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March 11, 2023 · Trendak Taurus · N553AT
Strawberry Reservoir, UT
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
March 11, 2023
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Location
Strawberry Reservoir, UT
Aircraft
Trendak Taurus (2017)
Tail Number
N553AT
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR23LA126
The pilot reported that, while flying low over a snow-covered frozen lake, the gyrocopter was closer to the surface than he realized. The pilot increased engine power to attempt to climb away from the surface, however, the nosewheel impacted snow on the surface and the gyrocopter nosed over, rolled, and came to rest on its side. The fuselage, horizontal stabilizer, and rudders were substantially damaged. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the gyrocopter that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Altitude-Not attained/maintained
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that, while flying low over a snow-covered frozen lake, the gyrocopter was closer to the surface than he realized. The pilot increased engine power to attempt to climb away from the surface, however, the nosewheel impacted snow on the surface and the gyrocopter nosed over, rolled, and came to rest on its side. The fuselage, horizontal stabilizer, and rudders were substantially damaged. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the gyrocopter that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time11:30 MST
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftTrendak Taurus
Tail NumberN553AT
Aircraft CategoryGyro
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeTurboshaft
Engine DetailsRotax · 912 UL 2-01 · Turboshaft · 160
Seats3
People & Injuries
Injury Summary2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor2
Uninjured0
Total2
Crew 1Age 59 · Third Class · Minor
Crew 2Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 20000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point37 F / 23 F
Altimeter30.00 inHg
Observation Time10:56
Weather SourceWFAC