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November 14, 2019 · Fisher FP 202 Koala · N47CV
Erwin, NC
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
November 14, 2019
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Erwin, NC
Aircraft
Fisher FP 202 Koala (2007)
Tail Number
N47CV
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA20CA087
The pilot reported that, while taking off, the airplane bounced, veered right, exited the runway, and impacted vegetation. 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 failure to maintain directional control during takeoff, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with vegetation.
Full Narrative
The pilot of the tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that, while taking off, the airplane bounced, veered right, exited the runway, and impacted vegetation. 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. The airport's automated weather observation station reported that, about the time of the accident, the wind was from 020° at 3 knots. The airplane was departing from runway 5.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time16:20 EST
Nearest AirportHarnett Rgnl Jetport (0nm N)
Runway05
Runway Length5000 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftFisher FP 202 Koala
Tail NumberN47CV
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsVolkswagen · Type-1 · Reciprocating · 60
Seats1
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 67 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind20° @ 3 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingOvercast 5000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point52 / 37 C
Altimeter30.29 inHg
Observation Time21:15
Weather SourceWFAC