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June 25, 2016 · Benjamin Harold E RV-4 NO Series · N3446
Fitchburg, MA
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
June 25, 2016
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Fitchburg, MA
Aircraft
Benjamin Harold E RV-4 NO Series (2012)
Tail Number
N3446
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA16CA344
The pilot of the tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that he made a normal three-point landing, shortly after touchdown the airplane veered to the left, then veered to the right. The pilot further reported that he applied power in an attempt to regain control, however the airplane veered back to the left and he reduced power as the airplane departed the runway. The airplane ground looped and the right wing impacted terrain causing substantial damage to the right aileron. The pilot reported there were no preimpact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control upon landing, which resulted in a runway excursion followed by impact with terrain.
Full Narrative
The pilot of the tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that he made a normal three-point landing, shortly after touchdown the airplane veered to the left, then veered to the right. The pilot further reported that he applied power in an attempt to regain control, however the airplane veered back to the left and he reduced power as the airplane departed the runway. The airplane ground looped and the right wing impacted terrain causing substantial damage to the right aileron. The pilot reported there were no preimpact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time16:15 EDT
Nearest AirportFitchburg Muni (0nm SSW)
Runway20
Runway Length3504 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftBenjamin Harold E RV-4 NO Series
Tail NumberN3446
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-320-D2A · Reciprocating · 160
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 58 · Third Class · None
Crew 2None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind4 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point48
Altimeter30.17 inHg
Observation Time20:52
Weather SourceWFAC