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March 17, 2022 · Nordquist Richard A VANS RV7 A · N275PL
Polk City, FL
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
March 17, 2022
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Location
Polk City, FL
Aircraft
Nordquist Richard A VANS RV7 A (2004)
Tail Number
N275PL
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA22LA165
The pilot reported that his approach to landing was normal. He said that during the landing roll he felt nose gear “dig in” just before the nose gear collapsed, and the airplane nosed over inverted onto the runway, which resulted in substantial damage to the airframe. After exiting the airplane, the pilot observed that the grass/turf landing surface was loose and uneven. Inspection of the grass runway surface revealed the dirt was soft, and a ground scar was created by the nose wheel. A post-accident examination of the airplane revealed a fractured wheel pant and scarring on the lower right-wing skin. The pilot reported no mechanical anomalies prior to landing.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-(general)-Not specified
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that his approach to landing was normal. He said that during the landing roll he felt nose gear “dig in” just before the nose gear collapsed, and the airplane nosed over inverted onto the runway, which resulted in substantial damage to the airframe. After exiting the airplane, the pilot observed that the grass/turf landing surface was loose and uneven. Inspection of the grass runway surface revealed the dirt was soft, and a ground scar was created by the nose wheel. A post-accident examination of the airplane revealed a fractured wheel pant and scarring on the lower right-wing skin. The pilot reported no mechanical anomalies prior to landing.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time14:38 EDT
Nearest AirportFlanders Field Airport (0nm N)
Runway18
Runway Length1800 ft
Runway Width135 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftNordquist Richard A VANS RV7 A
Tail NumberN275PL
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-360-A1A · Reciprocating · 180
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury Summary2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor2
Uninjured0
Total2
Crew 1Age 67 · Second Class · Minor
Crew 2Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point32 C / 32 C
Altimeter0
Observation Time14:53
Weather SourceWFAC