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July 6, 2017 · Luscombe 8 A · N45609
Grand Island, NE
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 6, 2017
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Grand Island, NE
Aircraft
Luscombe 8 A (1946)
Tail Number
N45609
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA17CA403
The flight instructor reported that, during an instructional flight, when the tailwheel-equipped airplane was at rotation for takeoff, it sharply veered to the left. When safe flight was not assured, the flight instructor took over control from the student pilot, and subsequently the airplane exited the runway into the adjacent grassy area. Postaccident examination revealed substantial damage to the fuselage. The flight instructor reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The student pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll and the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action.
Full Narrative
The flight instructor reported that during an instructional flight, when the tailwheel-equipped airplane was at rotation for takeoff, it sharply veered to the left. When safe flight was not assured, the flight instructor took over control from the student pilot, and subsequently landed the airplane in the grass area adjacent to the runway. Postaccident examination revealed substantial damage to the fuselage. The flight instructor reported no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time06:15 CDT
Nearest AirportCentral Nebraska Regional Airp (0nm)
Runway17
Runway Length7002 ft
Runway Width150 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftLuscombe 8 A
Tail NumberN45609
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · A65-8 · Reciprocating · 65
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 61 · Third Class · None
Crew 2Age 70 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind230° @ 6 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point66 F / 64 F
Altimeter30.10 inHg
Observation Time10:53
Weather SourceWFAC