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March 7, 2020 · Stolp Starduster Acroduster II SA750 No Series · N529FM

Senoia, GA

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
March 7, 2020
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 minor injury)
Location
Senoia, GA
Aircraft
Stolp Starduster Acroduster II SA750 No Series (1998)
Tail Number
N529FM
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA20CA128

The pilot reported that, while performing aerial stunts for a local children's party, the airplane struck a tree, and he then lost control of the airplane. He maneuvered the airplane over a street, and it struck another tree and then impacted terrain. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage, both wings, and the empennage. A Federal Aviation Administrator inspector who examined the airplane after the accident confirmed flight control continuity and reported no anomalies with the flight controls.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot's failure to see and avoid trees while maneuvering at low altitude, which resulted in a loss of airplane control.

Full Narrative

According to local law enforcement, the pilot reported that, while performing aerial stunts for a local children's party. The airplane struck a tree and he lost control of the airplane. He was able to maneuver the airplane across the street before striking another tree and impacting terrain. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage, both wings and the empennage. A Federal Aviation Administrator inspector who examined the airplane after the accident confirmed flight control continuity and reported no anomalies with the flight controls.The pilot did not submit an NTSB Form 6120.1 Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident/Incident Report or any other statement describing the circumstances surrounding the accident.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time12:40 EST
Nearest AirportBig 'T' (0nm SSW)
Flight Plan FiledUnknown
Flight Plan ActivatedUnknown
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftStolp Starduster Acroduster II SA750 No Series
Tail NumberN529FM
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · IO360 SER A&C · Reciprocating
Seats5

People & Injuries

Injury Summary1 injury (1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 62 · Third Class · Minor

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind350° @ 6 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point54 / 25 C
Altimeter30.45 inHg
Observation Time17:53
Weather SourceWFAC

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