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September 18, 2020 · Cubcrafters CC11 160 · N55JV
Larkspur, CO
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
September 18, 2020
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Larkspur, CO
Aircraft
Cubcrafters CC11 160 (2015)
Tail Number
N55JV
Operator
Janzen Leasing
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN20CA404
The pilot reported that while taking off from a downhill sloped meadow, the airplane encountered a strong quartering tailwind gust, which stopped the airplane from climbing. The airplane subsequently sank, and the left wing struck the ground. The airplane’s left wing and fuselage sustained substantial damage. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions that would have precluded normal operation. The pilot reported that the accident could have been prevented if he had selected a better takeoff site with more options in case of unexpected adverse conditions.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane while taking off in gusting quartering tailwind conditions.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that while taking off from a downhill sloped meadow, the airplane encountered a strong quartering tailwind gust, which stopped the airplane from climbing. The airplane subsequently sank, and the left wing struck the ground. The airplane’s left wing and fuselage sustained substantial damage. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions that would have precluded normal operation. The pilot reported that the accident could have been prevented if he had selected a better takeoff site with more options in case of unexpected adverse conditions.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time10:43 MDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCubcrafters CC11 160
Tail NumberN55JV
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorJanzen Leasing
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsTitan · OC-340CC · Reciprocating · 180
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 66 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind200° @ 11 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point32 C
Altimeter30.35 inHg
Observation Time10:45
Weather SourceWFAC