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November 9, 2022 · Luscombe 8E · N1855K
Bridgeport, TX
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
November 9, 2022
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Bridgeport, TX
Aircraft
Luscombe 8E (1947)
Tail Number
N1855K
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN23LA033
The pilot reported that after a “normal” approach and landing, a “strong” wind gust “picked up the right wing.” The airplane entered a left skidding turn and departed the runway pavement. The right main landing gear collapsed in the grass area adjacent to the runway, and the airplane pitched up onto its nose before settling back onto the tail. The right-wing spar and fuselage sustained damage. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions that would have precluded normal operation. At the time of the accident, the pilot was landing on runway 18 with wind from 190o at 7 knots, gusts to 15 knots.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Directional control-Attain/maintain not possible
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that after a “normal” approach and landing, a “strong” wind gust “picked up the right wing.” The airplane entered a left skidding turn and departed the runway pavement. The right main landing gear collapsed in the grass area adjacent to the runway, and the airplane pitched up onto its nose before settling back onto the tail. The right-wing spar and fuselage sustained damage. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions that would have precluded normal operation. At the time of the accident, the pilot was landing on runway 18 with wind from 190o at 7 knots, gusts to 15 knots.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time05:30 CST
Nearest AirportBridgeport Municipal (0.5nm S)
Runway18
Runway Length5005 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftLuscombe 8E
Tail NumberN1855K
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · C85-12 · Reciprocating · 85
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 71 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind170° @ 14 kt, gusting 21 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point61 F
Altimeter30.16 inHg
Observation Time17:35
Weather SourceWFAC