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May 19, 2023 · Gary R Brearley RV-9A NO Series · N105GS
Kingston, TN
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 19, 2023
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 minor injury)
Location
Kingston, TN
Aircraft
Gary R Brearley RV-9A NO Series (2015)
Tail Number
N105GS
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA23LA242
The pilot reported that the airplane bounced upon landing and the nose landing gear impacted the turf runway. Subsequently, the nose landing gear dug into the runway and the airplane nosed over resulting in substantial damage to the fuselage, vertical stabilizer, and rudder. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s improper landing flare and subsequent improper recovery from a bounced landing which resulted in a nose over.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that the airplane bounced upon landing and the nose landing gear impacted the turf runway. Subsequently, the nose landing gear dug into the runway and the airplane nosed over resulting in substantial damage to the fuselage, vertical stabilizer, and rudder. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time15:00 EDT
Nearest AirportWolf Creek (0nm N)
Runway23
Runway Length2400 ft
Runway Width60 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftGary R Brearley RV-9A NO Series
Tail NumberN105GS
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-320-B1A · Reciprocating · 160
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury Summary1 injury (1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 75 · Third Class · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind280° @ 6 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point59 F
Altimeter30.09 inHg
Observation Time14:53
Weather SourceWFAC