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July 7, 2017 · Ritter John I S D S C NO Series · N599JR
Kemmerer, WY
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 7, 2017
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Kemmerer, WY
Aircraft
Ritter John I S D S C NO Series (1996)
Tail Number
N599JR
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA17CA400
The pilot of a tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that, during landing, the airplane bounced and, upon the second touchdown, veered to the right and ground looped. The airplane exited the runway and impacted a drainage ditch. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a bounced landing, and his subsequent failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
Full Narrative
The pilot of a tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that, during landing, the airplane bounced and, upon the second touchdown, veered to the right and ground looped. The airplane exited the runway and impacted a drainage ditch. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time11:00 MDT
Nearest AirportKemmerer Muni (1nm S)
Runway34
Runway Length8203 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftRitter John I S D S C NO Series
Tail NumberN599JR
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-360-C1G · Reciprocating · 180
Seats3
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 77 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point36 C
Altimeter30.48 inHg
Observation Time16:55
Weather SourceWFAC