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October 21, 2020 · Bellanca 8KCAB · N7654S
Rock Springs, WY
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
October 21, 2020
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Rock Springs, WY
Aircraft
Bellanca 8KCAB (1976)
Tail Number
N7654S
Operator
Robert Jean Otey
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR21LA024
The pilot reported that during takeoff, a gust of wind lifted the right wing and that his aileron control input did not respond. The pilot further stated that his control column grip separated and caused his right hand to become jammed between the column and the lower side of the instrument panel. The airplane nosed down when the grip came off completely. The right wing and right-side fuselage were substantially damaged.
NTSB Probable Cause
The separation of the control grip which resulted in the pilot’s inability to maintain directional control during takeoff, and collision with terrain.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that during takeoff, a gust of wind lifted the right wing and that his aileron control input did not respond. The pilot further stated that his control column grip separated and caused his right hand to become jammed between the column and the lower side of the instrument panel. The airplane nosed down when the grip came off completely. The right wing and right-side fuselage were substantially damaged.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time14:32 MDT
Nearest AirportSouthwest Wyoming Regional Air (0nm)
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftBellanca 8KCAB
Tail NumberN7654S
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorRobert Jean Otey
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · IO-320 · Reciprocating · 150
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 64 · Basc · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind270° @ 29 kt, gusting 41 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingOvercast 11000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point61 F / 27 C
Altimeter30.06 inHg
Observation Time13:54
Weather SourcePILO