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July 14, 2025 · Rotorsport Uk Rotorsport UK Cavalo · N630JM

Hurricane, UT

Overview

Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 14, 2025
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 minor injury)
Location
Hurricane, UT
Aircraft
Rotorsport Uk Rotorsport UK Cavalo (2020)
Tail Number
N630JM
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR25LA222

The student pilot reported that during the takeoff ground roll on the runway, about 35 knots, the pilot moved the control stick slightly forward from the aft position and allowed the nose wheel to rise slightly above the surface, while he increased the throttle setting to 75%. As the gyroplane reached about 70 knots, it started to veer to the left and shudder, so the pilot slightly decreased the throttle setting. As the pilot approached the end of the runway, the pilot increased the throttle setting and maintained the control stick position. Subsequently, the gyroplane pitched up and rolled onto its right side. The gyroplane impacted the ground and slid to a stop on its right side within the runway safety area. The gyroplane sustained substantial damage to the drivetrain. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the gyroplane that would have precluded normal operation. The pilot added that during the takeoff, he should have held the aft position of the control stick to maintain the rotor RPM or aborted the takeoff earlier.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain pitch control during takeoff, which resulted in an unintended liftoff from the runway and a subsequent loss of control.

Full Narrative

The student pilot reported that during the takeoff ground roll on the runway, about 35 knots, the pilot moved the control stick slightly forward from the aft position and allowed the nose wheel to rise slightly above the surface, while he increased the throttle setting to 75%. As the gyroplane reached about 70 knots, it started to veer to the left and shudder, so the pilot slightly decreased the throttle setting. As the pilot approached the end of the runway, the pilot increased the throttle setting and maintained the control stick position. Subsequently, the gyroplane pitched up and rolled onto its right side. The gyroplane impacted the ground and slid to a stop on its right side within the runway safety area. The gyroplane sustained substantial damage to the drivetrain. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the gyroplane that would have precluded normal operation. The pilot added that during the takeoff, he should have held the aft position of the control stick to maintain the rotor RPM or aborted the takeoff earlier.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time10:15 MDT
Nearest AirportGeneral Dick Stout Fld (0.1nm S)
Runway19
Runway Length3282 ft
Runway Width60 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftRotorsport Uk Rotorsport UK Cavalo
Tail NumberN630JM
Aircraft CategoryGyro
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsRotax · MML-915 iSA · Reciprocating · 141
Seats2

People & Injuries

Injury Summary1 injury (1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 75 · Sprt · Minor

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind270° @ 10 kt, gusting 15 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point32 F
Altimeter30.17 inHg
Observation Time10:35
Weather SourcePILO

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