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October 28, 2016 · Kolb FIRE FLY · UNREG
West Middlesex, PA
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
October 28, 2016
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Location
West Middlesex, PA
Aircraft
Kolb FIRE FLY
Tail Number
UNREG
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA17CA030
According to the noncertificated pilot of the unregistered airplane, he was flying at a low altitude when he encountered a wind gust. He then lost control of the airplane, and it subsequently impacted trees, which resulted in substantial damage to the airframe. The pilot reported that there were no preimpact mechanical failures or malfunctions of the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-(general)-Not attained/maintained - C
Full Narrative
According to the non-certificated pilot of the unregistered airplane, he was flying at a low altitude when he encountered a gust of wind. He then lost control of the airplane, and it subsequently impacted trees, resulting in substantial damage to the airframe. The pilot reported that there were no pre-impact mechanical failures or malfunctions of the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time15:00 EDT
Nearest AirportWest Middlesex (0nm N)
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftKolb FIRE FLY
Tail NumberUNREG
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsRotax · 503 · Reciprocating · 50
Seats1
People & Injuries
Injury Summary2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor2
Uninjured0
Total2
Crew 1Age 73 · None · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind170° @ 8 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 25000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point52 / 37 C
Altimeter30.25 inHg
Observation Time18:51
Weather SourceWFAC