Friday, May 08, 2020

Cessna A185E Skywagon, N185SZ: Accident occurred May 05, 2020 in Palmer, Alaska

This is preliminary information, subject to change, and may contain errors. Any errors in this report will be corrected when the final report has been completed. 

Additional Participating Entity:
Federal Aviation Administration / Flight Standards District Office; Anchorage, Alaska

Eagles Shadow LLC


Location: Palmer, AK
Accident Number: ANC20CA049
Date & Time: May 5, 2020, 19:00 Local
Registration: N185SZ
Aircraft: Cessna 185
Injuries: 1 None
Flight Conducted Under: Part 91: General aviation - Personal

Aircraft and Owner/Operator Information

Aircraft Make: Cessna 
Registration: N185SZ
Model/Series: 185 Aircraft
Category: Airplane
Amateur Built: No
Operator: On file 
Operating Certificate(s) Held: None
Operator Designator Code:

Meteorological Information and Flight Plan

Conditions at Accident Site: VMC
Condition of Light: Day
Observation Facility, Elevation: PAAQ,248 ft msl 
Observation Time: 18:30 Local
Distance from Accident Site: 9 Nautical Miles
Temperature/Dew Point: 15.6°C
Lowest Cloud Condition: Clear 
Wind Speed/Gusts, Direction: 10 knots / 15 knots, 90°
Lowest Ceiling: None 
Visibility: 10 miles
Altimeter Setting: 
Type of Flight Plan Filed: None
Departure Point: Chugiak, AK (AK24)
Destination: Palmer, AK

Wreckage and Impact Information

Crew Injuries: 1 None 
Aircraft Damage: Substantial
Passenger Injuries: 
Aircraft Fire: None
Ground Injuries: 
Aircraft Explosion: None
Total Injuries: 1 None
Latitude, Longitude: 61.620338,-148.98068 (est)




BUTTE — Residents and recreators along Knik River Road were amazed at the result of relief efforts following a plane crash with a single occupant that was unharmed.

At 7:21 p.m. Tuesday, Mat-Su Borough Emergency Services Director Ken Barkley said a call came for water rescue of 39-year-old Bradley Szutz of Chugiak who had crash landed his plane in the Knik River. 

Mat-Su Dive Team responded with the Butte Fire Department and Central EMS and raced up river from the Knik Bridge to locate Szutz. 

Pilot Szutz denied medical treatment and left the river unharmed.

“He’s a very lucky individual,” said Barkley.

Barkley and Deputy EMS Director Gary Klink said that a salvage company had been called in. 

Around 9:30 p.m., a helicopter departed the Knik River bed towing Szutz’ plane from a large cable through the air. 

Szutz also left the scene with the helicopter. 

The National Transportation Safety Board will complete a follow up investigation into the crash.

https://www.frontiersman.com


Alaska State Troopers say a 39-year-old pilot landed his plane in the Knik River Tuesday night.

Alaska State Troopers says around 7 p.m., they responded to an airplane crash near Friday Creek in the Jim Creek recreational area.

Butte Fire, Central EMS, and Mat-Su Dive team also were on the scene.

The pilot of the plane, Bradley J. Szutz, was not injured during the crash but landed in the Knik River.

Mat-Su Dive team helped Szutz to shore.

The plane was recovered and was taken back to Anchorage.

National Transportation Safety Board will be completing the follow-up investigation into the crash.

https://www.ktuu.com

Beech V35 Bonanza, N4HH: Incident occurred May 07, 2020 at Redlands Municipal Airport (KREI), San Bernardino County, California

Federal Aviation Administration / Flight Standards District Office; Riverside, California

Aircraft landed gear up.

Airworthy Inc

https://registry.faa.gov/N4HH

Date: 07-MAY-20
Time: 03:25:00Z
Regis#: N4HH
Aircraft Make: BEECH
Aircraft Model: 35
Event Type: INCIDENT
Highest Injury: NONE
Aircraft Missing: No
Damage: MINOR
Activity: PERSONAL
Flight Phase: LANDING (LDG)
Operation: 91
City: REDLANDS
State: CALIFORNIA

Cessna 172S Skyhawk SP, N121CW: Incident occurred May 06, 2020 at Daytona Beach International Airport (KDAB), Volusia County, Florida

Federal Aviation Administration / Flight Standards District Office; Orlando, Florida

Aircraft sustained tailstrike upon takeoff.

Aerostar Training Services LLC

https://registry.faa.gov/N121CW

Date: 06-MAY-20
Time: 14:42:00Z
Regis#: N121CW
Aircraft Make: CESSNA
Aircraft Model: 172
Event Type: INCIDENT
Highest Injury: UNKNOWN
Aircraft Missing: No
Damage: UNKNOWN
Activity: PERSONAL
Flight Phase: TAKEOFF (TOF)
Operation: 91
Flight Number: PHXA11
City: DAYTONA BEACH
State: FLORIDA

Cessna 310C, N6702T: Incident occurred May 06, 2020 at Lewistown Municipal Airport (KLWT), Fergus County, Montana

Federal Aviation Administration / Flight Standards District Office; Helena,  Montana

Aircraft landed gear up.

https://registry.faa.gov/N6702T

Date: 06-MAY-20
Time: 16:00:00Z
Regis#: N6702T
Aircraft Make: CESSNA
Aircraft Model: 310
Event Type: INCIDENT
Highest Injury: NONE
Aircraft Missing: No
Damage: MINOR
Activity: PERSONAL
Flight Phase: LANDING (LDG)
Operation: 91
City: LEWISTOWN
State: MONTANA

Cessna T210L Turbo Centurion, N2074S: Fatal accident occurred May 07, 2020 near Spinks Airport (KFWS), Fort Worth, Tarrant County, Texas

This is preliminary information, subject to change, and may contain errors. Any errors in this report will be corrected when the final report has been completed. 

The National Transportation Safety Board did not travel to the scene of this accident.

Additional Participating Entity: 

Federal Aviation Administration / Flight Standards District Office; North Texas


Location: Fort Worth, TX
Accident Number: CEN20LA172
Date & Time: 05/07/2020, 1513 CDT
Registration: N2074S
Aircraft: Cessna T210
Injuries: 1 Fatal
Flight Conducted Under: Part 91: General Aviation - Personal

On May 7, 2020, at 1513 central daylight time, a Cessna T210L airplane, N2074S, was destroyed when it was involved in an accident near Fort Worth, Texas. The pilot was fatally injured. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 91 personal flight.

The airplane was Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) equipped. According to OpsView and FlightAware, the airplane took off from Spinks Airport's (FWS) runway 17R (6,002 ft x 100 ft, asphalt) at 1504:0, which has a right traffic pattern. According to OpsView and FlightAware, the pilot made a right turn to crosswind and then to downwind, climbed to a pattern altitude of about 1,050 ft above ground level (agl). The pilot then made a full-stop landing at 1508 and taxied back. He took off a second time at 1512. Shortly thereafter, he radioed Spinks tower that he was "going down."

A video obtained from a nearby business establishment captured the airplane as it descended. The airplane was seen to be in a nose-down attitude that did not vary before impact. The airplane struck tree-covered terrain and impacted the ground near Stone Road and Abner Lee Drive, about 1/2-mile south of runway 17R. Shortly thereafter, black smoke could be seen in the video.

A witness who observed the airplane said he heard a "loud strong engine sound" before power was reduced "suddenly and drastically to a low idle." He saw the airplane "level for a few seconds," then saw it descend slowly toward the ground. The wings banked slightly one way, then the other. "The airplane continued flying straight while descending and the wings began to rock slightly. About 10 to 20 ft above the tree line, it appeared the plane's rate of descent accelerated into the trees."

The Spinks control tower air traffic manager (ATM) described the traffic volume as light "with light complexity." All tower positions were combined with Local Control (LC), which is normal for the time of day and traffic volume. No applicable PIREPs were in effect. The ATM reported that the accident airplane was based at the airport, and that it was common practice for the pilot to make full-stop landings and taxi back to the active runway for additional takeoffs. He further stated that no anomalies were seen during the flight preceding the accident. The tower controller observed the accident airplane in a descending right turn and asked the pilot if he was going to attempt to land on a highway. There was no response from the pilot. The controller called 9-1-1 and initiated rescue efforts within one minute of the accident.

A Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) inspector went to the accident site and reported that the airplane impacted terrain on a heading of about 120°. The debris field consisted of only a few pieces of metal within 12 ft of the impact point. The left wing tip, however, was located in a nearby tree, 81 ft above the ground. The right wing bore little evidence of fire impingement, and the fuel tank was empty.

Weather observed 19 minutes before and after the accident showed clear skies, 10 miles visibility, 84°F. temperature, and the wind from 150° at 20 knots, gusting to 29 knots. 

Aircraft and Owner/Operator Information


Aircraft Make: Cessna
Registration: N2074S
Model/Series: T210 L
Aircraft Category: Airplane
Amateur Built: No
Operator: On file
Operating Certificate(s) Held: None 

Meteorological Information and Flight Plan


Conditions at Accident Site: Visual Conditions
Condition of Light: Day
Observation Facility, Elevation: FWS, 700 ft msl
Observation Time: 1532 CDT
Distance from Accident Site: 1 Nautical Miles
Temperature/Dew Point: 29°C / 11°C
Lowest Cloud Condition: Clear
Wind Speed/Gusts, Direction: 20 knots / 28 knots, 150°
Lowest Ceiling: None
Visibility:  10 Miles
Altimeter Setting: 29.94 inches Hg
Type of Flight Plan Filed: None
Departure Point: Fort Worth, TX (KFWS)
Destination: Fort Worth, TX (KFWS)

Wreckage and Impact Information


Crew Injuries: 1 Fatal
Aircraft Damage: Destroyed
Passenger Injuries: N/A
Aircraft Fire: On-Ground
Ground Injuries: N/A
Aircraft Explosion: Unknown
Total Injuries: 1 Fatal
Latitude, Longitude: 32.565278, -97.308333 (est)

Those who may have information that might be relevant to the National Transportation Safety Board investigation may contact them by email eyewitnessreport@ntsb.gov, and any friends and family who want to contact investigators about the accident should email assistance@ntsb.gov. 



A Fort Worth ER doctor died in a plane crash on Thursday, according to a GoFundMe created in his name.

Daniel Scott Piotrowski was on the front lines fighting coronavirus at the Fort Worth Texas Health Huguley emergency room, according to social media posts. He completed his residency at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth from 1995 to 1998, according to the Texas Medical Board.

Piotrowski was 51 and born in Porter Ranch, California, his obituary said, and he leaves behind a wife and two children.

“His strength and his love during his time here was a reflection of the strength, love, grace and compassion that lived in him through the grace of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ,” his sister, Dani Piotrowski Hall, posted on Facebook. “He lived his faith; he did not just speak it.”

The family recently moved back to Texas in September 2019 after Piotrowski took a leave of absence to serve as a doctor in New Zealand, the GoFundMe said.

“He wanted to learn about and from the Maori and Kiwi people while supporting them through his medical work,” the GoFundMe said. “Scott saw the move as a valuable opportunity to see firsthand how other countries practice medicine.”

When the family moved back to Texas, they spent months searching for a home, which they found in March.

“Around this time, the COVID-19 pandemic hit the United States, compelling Scott, as an ER doctor, to answer the call,” the GoFundMe said.

During this time, Piotrowski’s life insurance policy lapsed. The week before he had an appointment to reinstate it, he died in the plane crash. Records show Piotrowski was issued his private pilot’s license in April 2019.

Piotrowski was flying the single-engine Cessna 210 when the plane crashed in Burleson about a mile south of Fort Worth Spinks Airport.

The GoFundMe sponsors asked for help to ensure Piotrowski’s children continue their education.

“Scott had an immeasurable impact on countless lives, and those that knew him would testify that he dedicated his life to God and family,” the GoFundMe said. “Scott loved God, craft beer, Star Wars, and never watched a Western he didn’t like. He was a giving and selfless man who never met a stranger and never passed up an opportunity to help.”

As of May 31st, the GoFundMe had raised about $52,000.

https://www.star-telegram.com





"It is with great sadness that we announce the unfortunate and untimely passing of a husband, father, mentor, doctor, and friend: Scott Piotrowski. On May 7th, Scott was suddenly taken from this world in a tragic accident.  He leaves behind a beloved family: his two children, Abbie and Jon, as well as his loving wife, life partner, and best friend Aimee. 

In late 2018, Scott took a leave of absence from the hospital in order to serve in New Zealand. He wanted to learn about and from the Maori and Kiwi people while supporting them through his medical work. Scott saw the move as a valuable opportunity to see firsthand how other countries practice medicine. He and his family chose to uproot their lives in order to do this, selling the majority of their belongings, including their home. 

In September 2019, the Piotrowskis returned to Texas. They were fortunate enough to have friends and family that they were able to stay with while Scott and Aimee worked to provide a sense of normalcy for Abbie and Jon. Scott pursued the opportunity to return to the ER and in March of 2020, after 6 long months of searching and saving, the family found a place to call home. Around this time, the COVID-19 pandemic hit the United States and during  this unprecedented time, Scott was working more than ever. It was during this time of transition that, unfortunately, his life insurance policy lapsed. He had just had a meeting to reinstate it the day before he was involved in a fatal plane crash.

Any donations will help to support the family in the immediate aftermath of their loss while they begin to process what life will be like without Scott. Our ultimate goal would be to ensure that Abbie and Jon are able to continue their education without worry.

Scott had an immeasurable impact on countless lives, and those that knew him would testify that he dedicated his life to God and family. Scott loved God, craft beer, Star Wars, and never watched a Western he didn’t like. He was a giving and selfless man who never met a stranger and never passed up an opportunity to help.

We thank you for your time and would greatly appreciate any support you are able to offer."

https://www.gofundme.com

Runway Excursion: Cessna T240 Corvalis N25HE; accident occurred May 06, 2020 near Roger M. Dreyer Memorial Airport (T20), Gonzales, Texas





















Aviation Accident Final Report - National Transportation Safety Board

The National Transportation Safety Board did not travel to the scene of this accident.

Additional Participating Entity:
Federal Aviation Administration / Flight Standards District Office; San Antonio, Texas

Investigation Docket - National Transportation Safety Board:


Location: Gonzales, TX
Accident Number:CEN20LA174 
Date & Time: 05/06/2020, 1650 CDT
Registration:N25HE 
Aircraft: CESSNA T240
Aircraft Damage: Substantial
Defining Event: Runway excursion
Injuries: 2 None
Flight Conducted Under: Part 91: General Aviation - Personal

Analysis

The pilot reported landing about one-third of the way down the runway. He did not believe the airplane would be able to stop on the remaining runway and decided to execute a go-around. The pilot added full engine power and left the flaps at the takeoff position. He did not recall retracting the speedbrakes and noted the airplane seemed to get "no lift." The airplane subsequently departed the runway pavement, which resulted in substantial damage to the left wing.

Postaccident examination revealed the cockpit speedbrake switch was in the UP position. The airframe manufacturer noted the speedbrakes were actuated by the instrument panel-mounted switch and will not retract automatically due to a go-around condition, by pressing the go-around button, or with throttle lever advancement. The pilot commented the go-around could have been initiated earlier; if so, he may have had more time to fully prepare for a go-around. It is likely that the pilot did not retract the speedbrakes during the delayed go-around attempt, which resulted in a reduction of lift and a subsequent runway excursion.

Probable Cause and Findings

The National Transportation Safety Board determines the probable cause(s) of this accident to be:
The pilot's failure to retract the speedbrakes during a delayed go-around attempt, which resulted in a runway excursion.

Findings

Personnel issues Delayed action - Pilot
Personnel issues Use of equip/system - Pilot
Personnel issues Forgotten action/omission - Pilot
Aircraft Climb capability - Not attained/maintained

Factual Information 

On May 6, 2020, about 1650 central daylight time, a Cessna T240 airplane, N25HE, was substantially damaged during a runway excursion after landing at the Roger M. Dreyer Memorial Airport (T20), Gonzales, Texas. The pilot and passenger were not injured. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight.

The pilot entered the airport traffic pattern for runway 33 and set the wing flaps to the takeoff (12°) position. The airspeed on final approach was about 130 kts and he extended the speed brakes to reduce the speed. He did not use full landing flaps (40°) because he was concerned about the "strong wind gusts." The airplane touched down approximately one-third of the way down the runway at about 100 kts. The pilot stated he did not believe the airplane would be able to stop on the remaining runway and decided to execute a go-around. He added full engine power and left the flaps at the takeoff (12°) position. He did not recall retracting the speed brakes and noted the airplane seemed to get "no lift." The airplane subsequently departed the runway pavement and came to rest about 200 yards beyond the end of the runway in a field. The pilot commented the go-around could have been initiated earlier. He stated there were no mechanical failures or malfunctions before the accident.

Federal Aviation Administration inspectors conducted a postaccident examination of the airplane at the accident site. At the time of the examination, the cockpit speed brake switch was in the UP position. The speed brakes were in the down (retracted) position at that time consistent with the airplane electrical power being off. Recovery personnel confirmed damage to the right wing and engine mount.

The airplane flight manual (AFM) noted the speed brakes can be used for glide path control on final approach and airspeed reduction. Both the normal and short field landing checklists specified, "SPD BRK Switch – UP (as desired)" after touching down. The balked landing (go-around) checklist included retracing the speed brakes, "SPD BRK Switch – DN." The amplified landing procedures contained in the AFM did not include any additional guidance related to the use of the speed brakes.

According to the airframe manufacturer, the speed brakes are electrically actuated by the cockpit instrument panel mounted switch. They will not retract automatically due to a go-around condition, pressing the go-around button, or throttle lever advancement. The flight manual systems description stated there are three conditions that will automatically retract the speed brakes: if the circuit breaker is pulled, if they deploy asymmetrically, or due to a low voltage electrical condition.

History of Flight

Landing-aborted after touchdown Runway excursion (Defining event)
Landing-aborted after touchdown Runway excursion 
Landing-aborted after touchdown Collision with terr/obj (non-CFIT)

Pilot Information

Certificate: Private
Age: 59, Male
Airplane Rating(s): Multi-engine Land; Single-engine Land
Seat Occupied: Left
Other Aircraft Rating(s): None
Restraint Used:
Instrument Rating(s): Airplane
Second Pilot Present: No 
Instructor Rating(s):None 
Toxicology Performed: No 
Medical Certification: Class 3 With Waivers/Limitations
Last FAA Medical Exam: 01/16/2019
Occupational Pilot: No
Last Flight Review or Equivalent: 02/05/2019
Flight Time:  696 hours (Total, all aircraft), 130 hours (Total, this make and model), 544 hours (Pilot In Command, all aircraft), 15 hours (Last 90 days, all aircraft), 15 hours (Last 30 days, all aircraft), 7 hours (Last 24 hours, all aircraft)

Aircraft and Owner/Operator Information

Aircraft Make: CESSNA
Registration: N25HE
Model/Series: T240
Aircraft Category: Airplane
Year of Manufacture: 2013
Amateur Built: No
Airworthiness Certificate: Utility
Serial Number: T24002027
Landing Gear Type: Tricycle
Seats: 4
Date/Type of Last Inspection: July 26, 2019, Annual
Certified Max Gross Wt.: 3600 lbs
Time Since Last Inspection: 81 Hours
Engines: 1 Reciprocating
Airframe Total Time: 590.2 Hours at time of accident
Engine Manufacturer: Continental Motors
ELT: C91 installed, activated, did not aid in locating accident
Engine Model/Series: TSIO-550-C21B
Registered Owner: 
Rated Power: 310 Horsepower
Operator: 
Operating Certificate(s) Held: None

Meteorological Information and Flight Plan

Conditions at Accident Site: Visual Conditions
Condition of Light: Day
Observation Facility, Elevation: T20, 354 ft msl
Distance from Accident Site: 1 Nautical Miles
Observation Time: 1635 CDT
Direction from Accident Site: 150°
Lowest Cloud Condition: Clear
Visibility:  10 Miles
Lowest Ceiling: None
Visibility (RVR):
Wind Speed/Gusts: 8 knots /
Turbulence Type Forecast/Actual: 
Wind Direction: 60°
Turbulence Severity Forecast/Actual:
Altimeter Setting: 30.09 inches Hg
Temperature/Dew Point: 30°C / 10°C
Precipitation and Obscuration: No Obscuration; No Precipitation
Departure Point: Paragould, AR (PGR)
Type of Flight Plan Filed: IFR
Destination: Gonzales, TX (T20)
Type of Clearance: IFR
Departure Time: 1345 CDT
Type of Airspace: Class G

Airport Information

Airport: Roger M Dreyer Memorial (T20)
Runway Surface Type: Asphalt 
Airport Elevation: 354 ft
Runway Surface Condition: Dry
Runway Used: 33
IFR Approach: None
Runway Length/Width: 3200 ft / 50 ft
VFR Approach/Landing: Full Stop; Traffic Pattern

Wreckage and Impact Information

Crew Injuries: 1 None
Aircraft Damage: Substantial
Passenger Injuries: 1 None
Aircraft Fire: None
Ground Injuries: N/A
Aircraft Explosion: None
Total Injuries: 2 None
Latitude, Longitude: 29.525000, -97.462222 (est)

Cessna 182P Skylane, N58646: Accident occurred May 06, 2020 at Perris Valley Airport (L65), Riverside County, California








Aviation Accident Final Report - National Transportation Safety Board

Additional Participating Entity: 
Federal Aviation Administration / Flight Standards District Office; Riverside, California

Investigation Docket - National Transportation Safety Board:


Location: Perris, CA
Accident Number: WPR20CA146
Date & Time: 05/06/2020, 0830 PDT
Registration: N58646
Aircraft: Cessna 182
Aircraft Damage: Substantial
Defining Event: Miscellaneous/other
Injuries: 1 None
Flight Conducted Under: Part 91: General Aviation - Personal 

Analysis

The pilot reported that while taxiing for takeoff, he observed a skip loader on the immediate left edge of the taxiway and noted there was sufficient clearance to avoid it. However, during the taxi, his attention was distracted by setting up the GPS for the flight, and the airplane drifted left, and subsequently struck the skip loader.

The right horizontal stabilizer was substantially damaged.

The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

Probable Cause and Findings

The National Transportation Safety Board determines the probable cause(s) of this accident to be:
The pilot's diverted attention while taxing which resulted in his failure to maintain clearance from the skip loader during taxi.

Findings

Personnel issues Use of equip/system - Pilot
Personnel issues Attention - Pilot

Factual Information

History of Flight

Taxi-to runway Miscellaneous/other (Defining event)
Taxi-to runway Collision with terr/obj (non-CFIT)

Pilot Information

Certificate: Flight Instructor; Commercial
Age: 68, Male
Airplane Rating(s): Multi-engine Land; Single-engine Land
Seat Occupied: Left
Other Aircraft Rating(s):None 
Restraint Used:
Instrument Rating(s): Airplane
Second Pilot Present: No
Instructor Rating(s): Airplane Single-engine; Instrument Airplane
Toxicology Performed: No
Medical Certification: Class 3 With Waivers/Limitations
Last FAA Medical Exam: 03/03/2020
Occupational Pilot: No
Last Flight Review or Equivalent: 05/05/2019
Flight Time:  971 hours (Total, all aircraft), 192 hours (Total, this make and model), 971 hours (Pilot In Command, all aircraft), 4 hours (Last 90 days, all aircraft), 3 hours (Last 30 days, all aircraft)

Aircraft and Owner/Operator Information

Aircraft Make: Cessna
Registration: N58646
Model/Series: 182 P
Aircraft Category: Airplane
Year of Manufacture:1973 
Amateur Built: No 
Airworthiness Certificate: Normal 
Serial Number: 18262202
Landing Gear Type: Tricycle
Seats: 4
Date/Type of Last Inspection: 09/14/2019, Annual
Certified Max Gross Wt.: 2348 lbs
Time Since Last Inspection:
Engines: 1 Reciprocating
Airframe Total Time: 8420.7 Hours at time of accident
Engine Manufacturer: Continental
ELT: Installed, not activated
Engine Model/Series: O-470-R
Registered Owner: Capper Flying Club Inc
Rated Power: 230 hp
Operator: On file
Operating Certificate(s) Held: None 

Meteorological Information and Flight Plan

Conditions at Accident Site: Visual Conditions
Condition of Light: Day
Observation Facility, Elevation: KHMT, 1512 ft msl
Distance from Accident Site: 10 Nautical Miles
Observation Time:1535 UTC 
Direction from Accident Site: 100°
Lowest Cloud Condition: Clear
Visibility:  10 Miles
Lowest Ceiling: None
Visibility (RVR):
Wind Speed/Gusts: Calm /
Turbulence Type Forecast/Actual:
Wind Direction:
Turbulence Severity Forecast/Actual:
Altimeter Setting: 29.91 inches Hg
Temperature/Dew Point: 24°C / 5°C
Precipitation and Obscuration: No Obscuration; No Precipitation
Departure Point: Perris, CA (L65)
Type of Flight Plan Filed: None
Destination: Palm Springs, CA (PSP)
Type of Clearance: None
Departure Time:  PDT
Type of Airspace: Class G

Airport Information

Airport: PERRIS VALLEY (L65)
Runway Surface Type: Asphalt
Airport Elevation: 1413 ft
Runway Surface Condition: Dry
Runway Used: 33
IFR Approach: None 
Runway Length/Width: 5100 ft / 50 ft
VFR Approach/Landing: None

Wreckage and Impact Information

Crew Injuries: 1 None
Aircraft Damage: Substantial
Passenger Injuries: N/A 
Aircraft Fire: None
Ground Injuries: N/A
Aircraft Explosion: None 
Total Injuries: 1 None
Latitude, Longitude: 33.762500, -117.218611

Glasair GS-2 Sportsman 2+2, N166PB: Incident occurred May 07, 2020 at Homestead, Miami-Dade County, Florida

Federal Aviation Administration / Flight Standards District Office; South Florida

Aircraft right gear collapsed upon landing and aircraft veered into grass.

https://registry.faa.gov/N166PB

Date: 07-MAY-20
Time: 22:15:00Z
Regis#: N166PB
Aircraft Make: GLASAIR
Aircraft Model: GS2
Event Type: INCIDENT
Highest Injury: NONE
Aircraft Missing: No
Damage: UNKNOWN
Activity: PERSONAL
Flight Phase: LANDING (LDG)
Operation: 91
City: HOMESTEAD
State: FLORIDA

Loss of Control on Ground: Cessna 180H, N89SJ; accident occurred May 05, 2020 in Hanksville, Wayne County, Utah







Aviation Accident Final Report - National Transportation Safety Board

Additional Participating Entity:
Federal Aviation Administration / Flight Standards District Office; Salt Lake City, Utah

Investigation Docket - National Transportation Safety Board:


Location: Hanksville, Utah 
Accident Number: WPR20CA139
Date & Time: May 5, 2020, 18:30 Local 
Registration: N89SJ
Aircraft: Cessna 180 
Aircraft Damage: Substantial
Defining Event: Loss of control on ground 
Injuries: 2 None
Flight Conducted Under: Part 91: General aviation - Personal

Analysis

The pilot reported that, during the takeoff roll in the tailwheel equipped airplane, he felt a gust of wind hit the airplane. When the tail came up, he was unable to maintain directional control and the airplane veered to the right, departed the runway onto rocks, and ground looped. The right wing and fuselage were substantially damaged.

The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

Probable Cause and Findings

The National Transportation Safety Board determines the probable cause(s) of this accident to be:
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll, which resulted in a runway excursion and ground-loop.

Findings

Aircraft Directional control - Not attained/maintained
Personnel issues Aircraft control - Pilot

Factual Information

History of Flight

Takeoff Loss of control on ground (Defining event)

Pilot Information
Certificate: Private 
Age: 64,Male
Airplane Rating(s): Single-engine land; Single-engine sea
Seat Occupied: Left
Other Aircraft Rating(s): None 
Restraint Used: 4-point
Instrument Rating(s): None
Second Pilot Present: No
Instructor Rating(s): None
Toxicology Performed: No
Medical Certification: Class 3 Without waivers/limitations
Last FAA Medical Exam: July 26, 2019
Occupational Pilot: No
Last Flight Review or Equivalent: June 13, 2019
Flight Time: (Estimated) 2577 hours (Total, all aircraft), 1290 hours (Total, this make and model), 2577 hours (Pilot In Command, all aircraft), 34 hours (Last 90 days, all aircraft), 22 hours (Last 30 days, all aircraft), 4 hours (Last 24 hours, all aircraft)

Passenger Information

Certificate: 
Age: Male
Airplane Rating(s): 
Seat Occupied: Right
Other Aircraft Rating(s):
Restraint Used: 4-point
Instrument Rating(s): 
Second Pilot Present: No
Instructor Rating(s):
Toxicology Performed: No
Medical Certification:
Last FAA Medical Exam:
Occupational Pilot: UNK 
Last Flight Review or Equivalent:
Flight Time:

Aircraft and Owner/Operator Information

Aircraft Make: Cessna
Registration: N89SJ
Model/Series: 180 H
Aircraft Category: Airplane
Year of Manufacture: 1968
Amateur Built: No
Airworthiness Certificate: Normal
Serial Number: 18051923
Landing Gear Type: Tailwheel
Seats: 4
Date/Type of Last Inspection: July 1, 2019 Annual 
Certified Max Gross Wt.: 2800 lbs
Time Since Last Inspection: 
Engines: 1 Reciprocating
Airframe Total Time: 6650.6 Hrs as of last inspection
Engine Manufacturer: Continental
ELT: C126 installed, not activated 
Engine Model/Series: O-470- SERIES
Registered Owner: 
Rated Power: 260 Horsepower
Operator: On file
Operating Certificate(s) Held: None

Meteorological Information and Flight Plan

Conditions at Accident Site: Visual (VMC) 
Condition of Light: Day
Observation Facility, Elevation: CNY,4590 ft msl 
Distance from Accident Site: 68 Nautical Miles
Observation Time: 22:55 Local
Direction from Accident Site: 240°
Lowest Cloud Condition: Clear
Visibility: 10 miles
Lowest Ceiling: None
Visibility (RVR):
Wind Speed/Gusts: 7 knots / 15 knots 
Turbulence Type Forecast/Actual: Unknown / Terrain Induced
Wind Direction: 170°
Turbulence Severity Forecast/Actual: Unknown / Light
Altimeter Setting: 
Temperature/Dew Point: 18°C
Precipitation and Obscuration: No Obscuration; No Precipitation
Departure Point: Moab, UT (CNY)
Type of Flight Plan Filed: None
Destination: Hanksville, UT (UT03)
Type of Clearance: None
Departure Time: 09:30 Local
Type of Airspace: Class G

Airport Information

Airport: Hite UT03
Runway Surface Type: Asphalt
Airport Elevation: 3840 ft msl
Runway Surface Condition: Dry
Runway Used: W
IFR Approach: None
Runway Length/Width: 2200 ft / 40 ft 
VFR Approach/Landing: None

Wreckage and Impact Information

Crew Injuries: 1 None
Aircraft Damage: Substantial
Passenger Injuries: 1 None 
Aircraft Fire: None
Ground Injuries: N/A 
Aircraft Explosion: None
Total Injuries: 2 None 
Latitude, Longitude: 37.349998,-110.230003(est)

Columbia Lancair-LC-41-550FG, N1276L: Incident occurred May 06, 2020 at San Antonio International Airport (KSAT), Texas

Federal Aviation Administration / Flight Standards District Office; San Antonio, Texas

Aircraft veered off runway upon landing, then veered back onto runway.

North Texas Anesthetists LLC

https://registry.faa.gov/N1276L

Date: 07-MAY-20
Time: 03:08:00Z
Regis#: N1276L
Aircraft Make: LANCAIR
Aircraft Model: LC41
Event Type: INCIDENT
Highest Injury: NONE
Aircraft Missing: No
Damage: UNKNOWN
Activity: PERSONAL
Flight Phase: LANDING (LDG)
Operation: 91
City: SAN ANTONIO
State: TEXAS

Beechcraft P35 Bonanza, N525KG: Incident occurred May 06, 2020 at Hicks Airfield (T67), Fort Worth, Texas

Federal Aviation Administration / Flight Standards District Office; North Texas

Aircraft made gear up landing.

https://registry.faa.gov/N525KG

Date: 06-MAY-20
Time: 17:58:00Z
Regis#: N525KG
Aircraft Make: BEECH
Aircraft Model: 35
Event Type: INCIDENT
Highest Injury: NONE
Aircraft Missing: No
Damage: MINOR
Activity: PERSONAL
Flight Phase: LANDING (LDG)
Operation: 91
City: FORT WORTH
State: TEXAS