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September 24, 2016 · Six Chuter Legend XL NO Series · N149SC
Arcadia, FL
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
September 24, 2016
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Arcadia, FL
Aircraft
Six Chuter Legend XL NO Series (2011)
Tail Number
N149SC
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA16CA526
The pilot of the powered parachute reported that the flight got started later in the day than he had planned and that the temperature and relative humidity had risen. He further reported that during the initial climb the powered parachute was unable to gain sufficient lift to maintain a climb rate required to clear nearby power lines. Subsequently, the powered parachute struck the power lines. The powered parachute sustained substantial damage to its tubular frame. The pilot reported that the air temperature at the time of the accident was 94 degrees Fahrenheit, with a density altitude of 1,800 feet. The pilot reported that there were no pre impact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s decision to take off in high-density altitude conditions, which resulted in the powered parachute being unable to maintain a sufficient climb rate and its subsequent impact with power lines.
Full Narrative
The pilot of the powered parachute reported that the flight got started later in the day than he had planned and that the temperature and relative humidity had risen. He further reported that during the initial climb the powered parachute was unable to gain sufficient lift to maintain a climb rate required to clear nearby power lines. Subsequently, the powered parachute stuck the power lines. The powered parachute sustained substantial damage to its tubular frame. The pilot reported that the air temperature at the time of the accident was 94 degrees Fahrenheit, with a density altitude of 1,800 feet. The pilot reported that there were no pre impact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time09:00 EDT
Nearest AirportArcadia Muni (0nm ENE)
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftSix Chuter Legend XL NO Series
Tail NumberN149SC
Aircraft CategoryPpar
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsRotax · 582 Blue Toy · Reciprocating · 65
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 55 · Sprt · None
Crew 2None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind60° @ 3 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Altimeter30.04 inHg
Observation Time12:53
Weather SourceWFAC