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October 7, 2024 · Rotorsport Cavalon Undesignat · N726CA
Chico, CA
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
October 7, 2024
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (2 serious injuries)
Location
Chico, CA
Aircraft
Rotorsport Cavalon Undesignat (2018)
Tail Number
N726CA
Injuries
Serious
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR25LA005
The pilot of the gyroplane reported that, while maneuvering at a low altitude over his property, he pulled back on the control stick to slow down and observe the area. He then noticed that he inadvertently allowed the airspeed to decay to zero, and the gyroplane was descending. In an attempt to recover, he applied full engine power and pitched forward to reestablish airspeed. However, the gyroplane was at too low of an altitude to recover from the descent. The gyroplane struck a tree and fell to the ground, resulting in substantial damage to the empennage and fuselage. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the gyroplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed resulting in an inadvertent descent and subsequent collision with trees.
Full Narrative
The pilot of the gyroplane reported that, while maneuvering at a low altitude over his property, he pulled back on the control stick to slow down and observe the area. He then noticed that he inadvertently allowed the airspeed to decay to zero, and the gyroplane was descending. In an attempt to recover, he applied full engine power and pitched forward to reestablish airspeed. However, the gyroplane was at too low of an altitude to recover from the descent. The gyroplane struck a tree and fell to the ground, resulting in substantial damage to the empennage and fuselage. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the gyroplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time16:00 PDT
Nearest AirportChico Regional Airport (5.7nm S)
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftRotorsport Cavalon Undesignat
Tail NumberN726CA
Aircraft CategoryGyro
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsRotax · 915 · Reciprocating · 141
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury Summary2 injuries (2 serious injuries)
Fatal0
Serious2
Minor0
Uninjured0
Total2
Crew 1Age 53 · Serious
Crew 2Age 55 · Third Class · Serious
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDawn
Wind230° @ 10 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point10 F / 37 F
Altimeter29.82 inHg
Observation Time15:52
Weather SourceWFAC