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June 27, 2021 · Curnutt Elton E SKY Ranger B · N7714E
Ellicott, CO
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
June 27, 2021
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Location
Ellicott, CO
Aircraft
Curnutt Elton E SKY Ranger B (2005)
Tail Number
N7714E
Operator
Curnutt David L
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN21LA292
The pilot reported the flight’s purpose was to fly “low and slow” over the riverbed for a ceremony. During a left turn initiated about 250 ft above ground level, the pilot noticed a sink rate develop. The pilot applied full power, but the sink rate continued, and the airplane struck a tree that resulted in substantial damage to both wings and the fuselage. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Airspeed-Not attained/maintained
Full Narrative
The pilot reported the flight’s purpose was to fly “low and slow” over the riverbed for a ceremony. During a left turn initiated about 250 ft above ground level, the pilot noticed a sink rate develop. The pilot applied full power, but the sink rate continued, and the airplane struck a tree that resulted in substantial damage to both wings and the fuselage. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time10:20 MDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCurnutt Elton E SKY Ranger B
Tail NumberN7714E
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorCurnutt David L
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsRotax · 912ULS · Reciprocating · 100
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury Summary2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor2
Uninjured0
Total2
Crew 1Age 65 · None · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind340° @ 5 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingOvercast 10000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point61 F / 46 F
Altimeter30.28 inHg
Observation Time09:58
Weather SourceWFAC