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October 29, 2020 · Pearson Starduster SA-300 · N768P
Cedar City, UT
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
October 29, 2020
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Cedar City, UT
Aircraft
Pearson Starduster SA-300 (1977)
Tail Number
N768P
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR21LA031
The pilot of the tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that, shortly after touch down, he lost directional effectiveness and the airplane veered right. The pilot applied full left rudder input, but the airplane exited the runway, and nosed over. The rudder was substantially damaged. The pilot reported “Maybe” as to if there was a mechanical malfunction with the airplane and stated to “pay attention for seized main wheel bearings. The interconnect spring between the rudder pedals.” The pilot reported to an FAA inspector that he had visually looked at the interconnect spring 3 days before the accident flight and reported no anomalies. The pilot did not respond to further inquiries after the accident.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Directional control-Not attained/maintained
Full Narrative
The pilot of the tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that, shortly after touch down, he lost directional effectiveness and the airplane veered right. The pilot applied full left rudder input, but the airplane exited the runway, and nosed over. The rudder was substantially damaged. The pilot reported “Maybe” as to if there was a mechanical malfunction with the airplane and stated to “pay attention for seized main wheel bearings. The interconnect spring between the rudder pedals.” The pilot reported to an FAA inspector that he had visually looked at the interconnect spring 3 days before the accident flight and reported no anomalies. The pilot did not respond to further inquiries after the accident.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time12:49 MDT
Nearest AirportCedar City Regional Airport (0nm)
Runway26
Runway Length4822 ft
Runway Width60 ft
Flight Plan FiledVFR
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftPearson Starduster SA-300
Tail NumberN768P
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-435-1 · Reciprocating · 175
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 67 · First Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind350° @ 3 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point57 F / 18 F
Altimeter30.32 inHg
Observation Time12:53
Weather SourceWFAC