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May 22, 2022 · Mx Aircraft MXS · N104MX
Bealeton, VA
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 22, 2022
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Bealeton, VA
Aircraft
Mx Aircraft MXS (2011)
Tail Number
N104MX
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA22LA238
The pilot was performing an aerobatic routine (about 500 ft above ground level) when a large bird impacted the leading edge of the left wing resulting in substantial damage to the spar. The pilot was able to maintain control of the airplane and landed without incident.
NTSB Probable Cause
Environmental issues-Physical environment-Object/animal/substance-Animal(s)/bird(s)-Effect on equipment
Full Narrative
The pilot was performing an aerobatic routine (about 500 ft above ground level) when a large bird impacted the leading edge of the left wing resulting in substantial damage to the spar. The pilot was able to maintain control of the airplane and landed without incident.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time15:15 EDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftMx Aircraft MXS
Tail NumberN104MX
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · AEIO-540-EXP · Reciprocating · 300
Seats1
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 55 · First Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind190° @ 6 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 7000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point64 F
Altimeter30.00 inHg
Observation Time15:15
Weather SourceWFAC