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July 28, 2023 · Cub Crafters CCX-1865 · N28ZV

Charleston, WV

Overview

Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 28, 2023
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Charleston, WV
Aircraft
Cub Crafters CCX-1865 (2015)
Tail Number
N28ZV
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN23LA343

The pilot reported that during the landing roll the airplane veered left, and he was unable to correct before the airplane impacted a tree, which resulted in substantial damage to the right wing. 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 failure to maintain direction control during the landing roll.

Full Narrative

The pilot reported that during the landing roll the airplane veered left, and he was unable to correct before the airplane impacted a tree, which resulted in substantial damage to the right wing. 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 Time11:30 EDT
Nearest AirportMALLORY (0nm N)
Runway33
Runway Length1850 ft
Runway Width23 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftCub Crafters CCX-1865
Tail NumberN28ZV
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · CC-340 · Reciprocating · 180
Seats2

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 69 · Second Class · None

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind250° @ 6 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 25000 ft
Altimeter30.12 inHg
Observation Time11:54
Weather SourceWFAC

Appendix: Source Data