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November 23, 2019 · Czech Aircraft Works Spol Sro Sportscruiser · N595SC

Lamar, CO

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
November 23, 2019
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Lamar, CO
Aircraft
Czech Aircraft Works Spol Sro Sportscruiser (2006)
Tail Number
N595SC
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA20CA092

The pilot reported that, during the approach, the canopy opened, and he was distracted "because it was like a tornado in the plane." He attempted to hold the canopy closed, and in the confusion, the airplane impacted the ground short of the runway. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the right wing. According to Federal Aviation Administration inspectors who examined the airplane after the accident, no mechanical malfunctions or anomalies were found with the canopy handle, latch, or catch.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot's distraction due to an open canopy during final approach, which resulted in a loss of altitude and ground impact short of the runway.

Full Narrative

The pilot reported that, during approach the canopy opened, and he was distracted "because it was like a tornado in the plane." He attempted to hold the canopy closed and in the confusion the airplane impacted the ground short of the runway. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the right wing. According to FAA Aviation Safety Inspectors that examined the airplane after the accident, no mechanical malfunctions or anomalies were found with the canopy handle, latch, or the catch.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time16:30 MST
Nearest AirportLamar Muni (0nm WNW)
Runway26
Runway Length5001 ft
Runway Width60 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftCzech Aircraft Works Spol Sro Sportscruiser
Tail NumberN595SC
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsRotax · 912S · Reciprocating · 97
Seats2

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 76 · Sprt · None

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDusk
Wind260° @ 8 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point0 C / 0 C
Altimeter0
Weather SourceWFAC

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