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November 24, 2017 · Aveko Sro VL-3C-1 NO Series · N876MB
Northampton, MA
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
November 24, 2017
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Northampton, MA
Aircraft
Aveko Sro VL-3C-1 NO Series (2009)
Tail Number
N876MB
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA18CA065
According to the pilot, during the landing flare the airplane was fast, and he tried to bleed off the airspeed by applying back pressure, but the airplane ballooned. Upon touchdown the airplane porpoised, after which, the airplane veered to the left and exited the left side of the runway. The airplane impacted the visual approach slope indicator lights that were located on the left side of the runway. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing and the fuselage. 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 improper landing flare, which resulted in a loss of directional control and subsequent impact with approach lighting.
Full Narrative
According to the pilot, during the landing flare the airplane was fast, and he tried to bleed off the airspeed by applying back pressure, but the airplane ballooned. Upon touch down the airplane porpoised, after which, the airplane veered to the left and exited the left side of the runway. The airplane impacted the visual approach slope indicator lights that were located on the left side of the runway. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing and the fuselage. 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 Time08:00 EST
Nearest AirportNorthampton (0nm ENE)
Runway14
Runway Length3335 ft
Runway Width50 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftAveko Sro VL-3C-1 NO Series
Tail NumberN876MB
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsRotax · 912 ULS · Reciprocating · 100
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 54 · Sprt · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point25 C / 23 C
Altimeter30.02 inHg
Observation Time12:56
Weather SourceWFAC