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May 23, 2020 · Pietenpol Aircamper · N9863Z
Midland, MI
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 23, 2020
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Midland, MI
Aircraft
Pietenpol Aircamper (2016)
Tail Number
N9863Z
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN20CA191
The pilot reported that the airplane "bounced twice" as he was attempting to land on the asphalt runway. He decided to execute a go-around and applied full engine power. However, the airplane "did not lift out of ground effect" and a wheel "caught the grass" causing a ground loop. The pilot noted that the accident might have been prevented by leveling off to allow the airspeed to increase before attempting to climb. He reported a variable wind at 10 knots with gusts to 15 knots. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage and left wing.
NTSB Probable Cause
Personnel issues-Task performance-Use of equip/info-Aircraft control-Pilot - C
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that the airplane "bounced twice" as he was attempting to land on the asphalt runway. He decided to execute a go-around and applied full engine power. However, the airplane "did not lift out of ground effect" and a wheel "caught the grass" causing a ground loop. The pilot noted that the accident might have been prevented by leveling off to allow the airspeed to increase before attempting to climb. He reported a variable wind at 10 knots with gusts to 15 knots. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage and left wing.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time17:49 EDT
Nearest AirportJack Barstow (1nm ENE)
Runway06
Runway Length3801 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftPietenpol Aircamper
Tail NumberN9863Z
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental Motors · A-65 · Reciprocating · 65
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 68 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind120° @ 8 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingOvercast 6000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point59
Altimeter29.97 inHg
Observation Time21:55
Weather SourceWFAC