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June 24, 2020 · Cub Crafters CC19-180 · N97LL

Fredericksburg, TX

Overview

Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
June 24, 2020
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Fredericksburg, TX
Aircraft
Cub Crafters CC19-180 (2017)
Tail Number
N97LL
Operator
Kgnf
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN20CA247

The pilot stated that he intended to make a full-stall, 3-point, landing in the tailwheel-equipped airplane with a right crosswind. The pilot stated that the airplane touched down on the right main landing gear and tailwheel, followed by the left main landing gear. He maintained full right aileron input during the landing roll; however, when the airplane had decelerated to about 10 knots, he lost directional control and the airplane ground looped to the right. The airplane's left aileron and left-wing rear spar were substantially damaged during the accident. The pilot reported no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane. The pilot stated that he was "hot and tired" after flying for at least 6 hours without the aid of an autopilot on the day of the accident, and that fatigue had contributed, in part, to his failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. The pilot being fatigued likely contributed to his failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.

Full Narrative

The pilot stated that he intended to make a full-stall, 3-point, landing in the tailwheel-equipped airplane with a right crosswind. The pilot stated that the airplane touched down on the right main landing gear and tailwheel, followed by the left main landing gear. He maintained full right aileron input during the landing roll; however, when the airplane had decelerated to about 10 knots, he lost directional control and the airplane ground looped to the right. The airplane's left aileron and left-wing rear spar were substantially damaged during the accident. The pilot reported no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane. The pilot stated that he was "hot and tired" after flying for at least 6 hours without the aid of an autopilot on the day of the accident, and that fatigue had contributed, in part, to his failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time13:45 CDT
Nearest AirportGillespie County (0nm)
Runway32
Runway Length5001 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftCub Crafters CC19-180
Tail NumberN97LL
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorKgnf
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-360-C1G · Reciprocating · 180
Seats2

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 69 · Third Class · None

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind30° @ 5 kt, gusting 9 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingOvercast 5000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point64 F
Altimeter29.96 inHg
Observation Time18:35
Weather SourceWFAC

Appendix: Source Data