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July 2, 2016 · Fleet Fleet 16B NO Series · N666J

Rhinebeck, NY

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 2, 2016
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Rhinebeck, NY
Aircraft
Fleet Fleet 16B NO Series (1942)
Tail Number
N666J
Operator
Rhinebeck Aerodrome Museum
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA16LA255

The commercial pilot stated that, during takeoff from a turf runway, the left main landing gear collapsed but did not separate from the airplane; the pilot continued the takeoff. During the subsequent landing, the airplane touched down, nosed over, and came to rest inverted. Examination revealed that the left main landing gear strut mount nut was stripped, consistent with wear, and the bolt was missing. The airplane was manufactured in 1942, and there was no required inspection for the gear strut mount. The most recent inspection was completed about 38 flight hours before the accident.

NTSB Probable Cause

Aircraft-Aircraft systems-Landing gear system-Nose/tail gear strut/axle-Fatigue/wear/corrosion - C

Full Narrative

On July 2, 2016, about 1220 eastern daylight time, a Fleet 16B biplane, N666J, owned and operated by Rhinebeck Aerodrome Museum, was substantially damaged during landing at Old Rhinebeck Airport (NY94), Rhinebeck, New York. The commercial pilot and passenger were not injured. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed, and no flight plan was filed for the local flight conducted under the provisions of 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91. The pilot stated that during takeoff from a turf runway, the left main landing gear collapsed but did not separate from the airplane. The pilot was aware of the damaged landing gear, and circled the airport. During the subsequent landing on the departure runway, the airplane touched down, flipped over, and came to rest to rest inverted, which damaged the right upper wing and vertical stabilizer. The pilot held a commercial pilot certificate with a rating for airplane single engine land, multi engine land, and a flight instructor certificate. The pilot held a first class medical certificate and reported 643 total hours of flying experience. He reported 25 hours of flying time in the accident airplane make and model. Examination of the wreckage by a Federal Aviation Administration inspector revealed that the left main landing gear strut mount nut that secured the landing gear strut was stripped, and the bolt was missing. Damage consistent with wear was observed on the strut base and the housing. There was no inspection required for the gear strut mount for the Fleet 16B, which was manufactured in 1942. The most recent annual was completed about 38 hours before the accident flight.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time12:20 EDT
Nearest AirportOld Rhinebeck (0nm SE)
RunwayN
Runway Length2200 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftFleet Fleet 16B NO Series
Tail NumberN666J
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorRhinebeck Aerodrome Museum
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsKinner · B5 · Reciprocating
Seats2

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 23 · First Class · None

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind290° @ 8 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point48
Altimeter29.95 inHg
Observation Time15:53
Weather SourceWFAC

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