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June 17, 2023 · Tipton Kitfox Kitfox IV NO Series · N4287Y
Odessa, MO
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
June 17, 2023
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Location
Odessa, MO
Aircraft
Tipton Kitfox Kitfox IV NO Series (1994)
Tail Number
N4287Y
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN23LA242
The pilot reported that during landing, the airplane touched down “slightly fast” and the airplane departed the end of the turf runway into an overrun area that had softer ground. When the airplane entered the overrun, it nosed over, which resulted in substantial damage to the fuselage and both wings. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to attain the proper touchdown speed, which resulted in a runway excursion and subsequent nose over.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that during landing, the airplane touched down “slightly fast” and the airplane departed the end of the turf runway into an overrun area that had softer ground. When the airplane entered the overrun, it nosed over, which resulted in substantial damage to the fuselage and both wings. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time11:30 CDT
Nearest AirportRollert Farm (1nm SE)
Runway18
Runway Length1000 ft
Runway Width60 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftTipton Kitfox Kitfox IV NO Series
Tail NumberN4287Y
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsRotax · 912UL · Reciprocating · 80
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury Summary2 injuries (2 minor injuries)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor2
Uninjured0
Total2
Crew 1Age 78 · Third Class · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind130° @ 8 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 16000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point66 F
Altimeter29.89 inHg
Observation Time11:53
Weather SourceWFAC