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May 26, 2024 · Brant T Phillips Super Cub EXP · N983SB
Franktown, CO
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 26, 2024
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Franktown, CO
Aircraft
Brant T Phillips Super Cub EXP (2024)
Tail Number
N983SB
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN24LA198
The pilot was attempting to land at his private airstrip when the airplane encountered an unexpected “windshear” and a greater than anticipated descent rate. The pilot attempted a go-around; however, the airplane was unable to sufficiently climb before it impacted a fence pole adjacent to the grass airstrip. The airplane came to rest upright and sustained substantial damage to the fuselage and left elevator control surface. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation and that he should have utilized better energy management given the wind conditions.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain aircraft control during final approach and attempted go-around after encountering a sudden windshear.
Full Narrative
The pilot was attempting to land at his private airstrip when the airplane encountered an unexpected “windshear” and a greater than anticipated descent rate. The pilot attempted a go-around; however, the airplane was unable to sufficiently climb before it impacted a fence pole adjacent to the grass airstrip. The airplane came to rest upright and sustained substantial damage to the fuselage and left elevator control surface. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation and that he should have utilized better energy management given the wind conditions.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time10:00 MDT
Nearest AirportPVT (0nm N)
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftBrant T Phillips Super Cub EXP
Tail NumberN983SB
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · IO-360 · Reciprocating
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 52 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind19 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point63 F / 28 F
Altimeter29.96 inHg
Observation Time10:53