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May 29, 2022 · Van Lehn Hatz Classic NO Series · N85EX
Frederick, MD
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 29, 2022
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Frederick, MD
Aircraft
Van Lehn Hatz Classic NO Series (2022)
Tail Number
N85EX
Operator
Van Lehn Richard Glenn
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA22LA245
The pilot, who was also the owner and builder of the tailwheel equipped biplane stated that the purpose of the flight was to perform a “final check” of the airplane’s engine and operating systems. The airplane performed “properly,” and he landed “without issue.” The pilot further stated that at low speed during the landing roll, his foot “became lodged between the bulkhead and the brake” which resulted in a sudden misapplication of the brakes and a nose over event, which fractured a wing strut and substantially damaged the airplane.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Surface speed/braking-Incorrect use/operation
Full Narrative
The pilot, who was also the owner and builder of the tailwheel equipped biplane stated that the purpose of the flight was to perform a “final check” of the airplane’s engine and operating systems. The airplane performed “properly,” and he landed “without issue.” The pilot further stated that at low speed during the landing roll, his foot “became lodged between the bulkhead and the brake” which resulted in a sudden misapplication of the brakes and a nose over event, which fractured a wing strut and substantially damaged the airplane.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time09:00 EDT
Nearest AirportFrederick Muni (0nm SSE)
Runway23
Runway Length5819 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftVan Lehn Hatz Classic NO Series
Tail NumberN85EX
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorVan Lehn Richard Glenn
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsRotec · R3800 · Reciprocating · 150
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 65 · First Class
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point63 F / 61 F
Altimeter30.09 inHg
Observation Time07:47
Weather SourceWFAC