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November 27, 2022 · Phantom Aeronautics X1 · N5205A
Trinity, NC
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
November 27, 2022
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 minor injury)
Location
Trinity, NC
Aircraft
Phantom Aeronautics X1 (1984)
Tail Number
N5205A
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA23LA076
The noncertificated pilot described that on the day of the accident flight, he thought that the winds were gusting to about 30 knots. Shortly after takeoff from the private airstrip he reported that he lost control of the airplane after encountering a gust of wind. The airplane subsequently contacted power lines and came to rest in trees, resulting in substantial damage to the fuselage and wings. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during initial climb in gusting wind conditions, which resulted in a collision with power lines and trees.
Full Narrative
The noncertificated pilot described that on the day of the accident flight, he thought that the winds were gusting to about 30 knots. Shortly after takeoff from the private airstrip he reported that he lost control of the airplane after encountering a gust of wind. The airplane subsequently contacted power lines and came to rest in trees, resulting in substantial damage to the fuselage and wings. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time09:30 EST
Nearest AirportPRIVATE (0nm)
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftPhantom Aeronautics X1
Tail NumberN5205A
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsRotax · 503 DCDI · Reciprocating · 50
Seats1
People & Injuries
Injury Summary1 injury (1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 64 · None · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind210° @ 14 kt, gusting 28 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 2800 ft
Temperature / Dew Point70 F / 63 F
Altimeter29.62 inHg
Observation Time14:55
Weather SourceWFAC