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May 21, 2017 · Fairchild 24R 40 · N25329
Catlett, VA
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 21, 2017
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Location
Catlett, VA
Aircraft
Fairchild 24R 40 (1940)
Tail Number
N25329
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA17CA295
The pilot in the tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that, during the approach to land on a grass airstrip, he avoided power lines and buildings that were located at the approach end of what he perceived to be the runway. Before the landing flare, he realized that what he perceived as the runway was a wheat field. The airplane's main landing gear became entangled with the wheat stocks, and the airplane impacted the ground. The airplane nosed over and came to rest inverted. Substantial damage was sustained to the engine mounts, the rudder, the vertical stabilizer, and the wing strut. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s selection of an unsuitable landing area, which resulted in the airplane impacting wheat stalks and a subsequent nose-over.
Full Narrative
The pilot in the tail-wheel equipped airplane reported that he accomplished an approach to land on a grass airstrip. During the approach he avoided powerline wires and buildings that were located at the approach end of what he perceived to be the runway. Prior to the landing flare he realized that what he perceived as the runway was a wheat field. The airplane's main landing gear became entangled with the wheat stocks and the airplane impacted the ground. The airplane nosed over and came to rest inverted. Substantial damage was sustained to the engine mounts, the rudder, the vertical stabilizer and the wing strut. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time13:00 EDT
Nearest AirportMaples Field (0nm S)
Runway22
Runway Length2450 ft
Runway Width45 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftFairchild 24R 40
Tail NumberN25329
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsRanger · R440 · Reciprocating · 200
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury Summary2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor2
Uninjured0
Total2
Crew 1Age 45 · Third Class · Minor
Crew 2Age 85 · None · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind120° @ 6 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 4600 ft
Temperature / Dew Point68 F
Altimeter30.10 inHg
Observation Time17:35
Weather SourceWFAC