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August 7, 2021 · Marlowe Thooft JUST ACFT Highlander · N234HW
Brainerd, MN
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
August 7, 2021
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Brainerd, MN
Aircraft
Marlowe Thooft JUST ACFT Highlander (2012)
Tail Number
N234HW
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN21LA370
The pilot reported that he was flying an approach in a 90-degree, 20 knot crosswind, when during the landing on the grass runway, the wind pushed the airplane sideways and it subsequently impacted the terrain. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the lower fuselage. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. At the time of the accident, the wind was 080o at 8 knots with gusts to 17 knots. The pilot reported he was attempting to make a short field landing and was “flying below stall speed”.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during a crosswind landing that resulted in an impact with terrain.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that he was flying an approach in a 90-degree, 20 knot crosswind, when during the landing on the grass runway, the wind pushed the airplane sideways and it subsequently impacted the terrain. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the lower fuselage. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. At the time of the accident, the wind was 080o at 8 knots with gusts to 17 knots. The pilot reported he was attempting to make a short field landing and was “flying below stall speed”.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time14:25 CDT
Nearest AirportBrainerd Lakes Regional Airpor (0nm)
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftMarlowe Thooft JUST ACFT Highlander
Tail NumberN234HW
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsRotax · 912 · Reciprocating · 80
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 51 · Basc · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind80° @ 8 kt, gusting 17 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingOvercast 1500 ft
Temperature / Dew Point63 F
Altimeter29.84 inHg
Observation Time13:53
Weather SourceWFAC