Wednesday, April 13, 2022

Inflight Upset: Cirrus SR22, N987AA; accident occurred February 09, 2022 at Moore County Airport (KSOP), Pinehurst, North Carolina



















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; Greensboro, North Carolina

Investigation Docket - National Transportation Safety Board: https://data.ntsb.gov/Docket

CraigAir LLC


Location: Pinehurst, North Carolina
Accident Number: ERA22LA125
Date and Time: February 9, 2022, 17:48 Local
Registration: N987AA
Aircraft: CIRRUS DESIGN CORP SR22 
Aircraft Damage: Substantial
Defining Event: Inflight upset
Injuries: 2 None
Flight Conducted Under: Part 91: General aviation - Personal

Analysis

The Cirrus pilot reported making a radio call on what he thought was the published common traffic advisory frequency (CTAF) when the flight was 10 miles away, then continued to the airport for a straight-in approach to runway 23 making radio calls. During the same time frame, a flightcrew member of an Army helicopter announced on the CTAF when their flight was on 10, 5, and 2 nautical mile final
for runway 5. The Cirrus pilot indicated that he did not hear any communication on the CTAF and he was unable to activate the runway lights using the CTAF. When the Cirrus flight was between 2 and 3 miles from the airport, he saw a helicopter at the opposite end of the runway moving to the east, adding that the sun was in his eyes which was “definitely a factor.” He did not hear the helicopter on the selected CTAF frequency and made a radio call on the CTAF that he was on short final approach. A flightcrew member of the military helicopter reported they did not hear any advisory call from the airplane and after they spotted it, the IP took the controls and turned to the right (east) to avoid a collision. The Cirrus pilot indicated that after flying over the airport property fence, he looked to his left and noted a military helicopter several hundred feet above his altitude. He continued his descent to runway 23 and when the flight was about 15 to 20 ft AGL the flight encountered, “very strong turbulence” which caused the left wing to drop. He recovered from that and then when the flight was between 5 and 10 ft AGL encountered another round of “very strong turbulence” which made the right wing contact the runway resulting in substantial damage to the wing. The airplane went to the right and skidded into the grass. The military helicopter continued to the east and reported that since they could not affect the situation continued with the training.

A short audio recording of the CTAF recorded a flightcrew member of the military helicopter announcing they were on a 2 mile final for runway 5, followed by an announcement that they were departing to the east off of runway centerline. 

Postaccident examination of the radios of the Cirrus airplane revealed the pilot had selected the #2 radio to transmit, which was set to 122.700 MHz. That frequency was the departure airport CTAF. The accident airport published CTAF was 123.05MHz.

Probable Cause and Findings

The National Transportation Safety Board determines the probable cause(s) of this accident to be:
The in-flight encounter while on final approach with high-speed trailing vortices from a military helicopter, resulting in abnormal runway contact. Contributing to the accident was the Cirrus pilot’s incorrect selection of the common traffic advisory frequency on the aircraft’s radio.

Findings

Environmental issues (general) - Effect on operation
Personnel issues Use of equip/system - Pilot

Factual Information

History of Flight

Approach-VFR pattern final Inflight upset (Defining event)
Approach-VFR pattern final Loss of control in flight
Landing-flare/touchdown Abnormal runway contact

Pilot Information

Certificate: Private 
Age: 70, Male
Airplane Rating(s): Single-engine land 
Seat Occupied: Left
Other Aircraft Rating(s): None 
Restraint Used: 4-point
Instrument Rating(s): Airplane
Second Pilot Present: No
Instructor Rating(s): None
Toxicology Performed:
Medical Certification: Class 3 With waivers/limitations
Last FAA Medical Exam: December 21, 2021
Occupational Pilot: No 
Last Flight Review or Equivalent: June 25, 2020
Flight Time: (Estimated) 1468.6 hours (Total, all aircraft), 1369 hours (Total, this make and model), 1469 hours (Pilot In Command, all aircraft), 65 hours (Last 90 days, all aircraft), 12.5 hours (Last 30 days, all aircraft), 3.1 hours (Last 24 hours, all aircraft)

Aircraft and Owner/Operator Information

Aircraft Make: CIRRUS DESIGN CORP 
Registration: N987AA
Model/Series: SR22 NO SERIES 
Aircraft Category: Airplane
Year of Manufacture: 2003
Amateur Built:
Airworthiness Certificate: Normal
Serial Number: 0513
Landing Gear Type: Tricycle
Seats: 4
Date/Type of Last Inspection: August 6, 2021 Annual 
Certified Max Gross Wt.: 3400 lbs
Time Since Last Inspection: 
Engines: 1 Reciprocating
Airframe Total Time: 2409 Hrs as of last inspection
Engine Manufacturer: Continental
ELT: C126 installed, activated, did not aid in locating accident
Engine Model/Series: IO-550-N7B
Registered Owner: 
Rated Power: 310 Horsepower
Operator: On file 
Operating Certificate(s) Held: None

Meteorological Information and Flight Plan

Conditions at Accident Site: Visual (VMC) 
Condition of Light: Dusk
Observation Facility, Elevation: KSOP,461 ft msl
Distance from Accident Site: 0 Nautical Miles
Observation Time: 17:56 Local
Direction from Accident Site: 255°
Lowest Cloud Condition: Clear 
Visibility 10 miles
Lowest Ceiling: None 
Visibility (RVR):
Wind Speed/Gusts: / 
Turbulence Type Forecast/Actual: Unknown / None
Wind Direction: 
Turbulence Severity Forecast/Actual: Unknown / N/A
Altimeter Setting: 29.98 inches Hg 
Temperature/Dew Point: 10°C / -1°C
Precipitation and Obscuration: No Obscuration; No Precipitation
Departure Point: Erwin, NC (HRJ)
Type of Flight Plan Filed: None
Destination: Pinehurst, NC 
Type of Clearance: None
Departure Time: 17:32 Local
Type of Airspace:

Airport Information

Airport: MOORE COUNTY SOP
Runway Surface Type: Asphalt
Airport Elevation: 459 ft msl 
Runway Surface Condition: Dry
Runway Used: 23 
IFR Approach: None
Runway Length/Width: 6503 ft / 150 ft
VFR Approach/Landing: Full stop; Straight-in

Wreckage and Impact Information

Crew Injuries: 1 None 
Aircraft Damage: Substantial
Passenger Injuries: 1 None
Aircraft Fire: On-ground
Ground Injuries: 
Aircraft Explosion: None
Total Injuries: 2 None 
Latitude, Longitude: 35.237423,-79.389034(est)



Location: Southern Pines, North Carolina
Accident Number: ERA22LA125
Date and Time: February 9, 2022, 17:48 Local 
Registration: N987AA
Aircraft: CIRRUS DESIGN CORP SR22
Injuries: 2 None
Flight Conducted Under: Part 91: General aviation - Personal

Aircraft and Owner/Operator Information

Aircraft Make: CIRRUS DESIGN CORP
Registration: N987AA
Model/Series: SR22 NO SERIES
Aircraft Category: Airplane
Amateur Built:
Operator: On file
Operating Certificate(s) Held: None
Operator Designator Code:

Meteorological Information and Flight Plan

Conditions at Accident Site: VMC
Condition of Light: Dusk
Observation Facility, Elevation: KSOP,461 ft msl 
Observation Time: 17:56 Local
Distance from Accident Site: 0 Nautical Miles
Temperature/Dew Point: 10°C /-1°C
Lowest Cloud Condition: Clear 
Wind Speed/Gusts, Direction: / ,
Lowest Ceiling: None 
Visibility: 10 miles
Altimeter Setting: 29.98 inches Hg 
Type of Flight Plan Filed: None
Departure Point: Erwin, NC (HRJ)
Destination: Southern Pines, NC

Wreckage and Impact Information

Crew Injuries: 1 None 
Aircraft Damage: Substantial
Passenger Injuries: 1 None 
Aircraft Fire: None
Ground Injuries: 
Aircraft Explosion: None
Total Injuries: 2 None
Latitude, Longitude: 35.237423,-79.389034 (est)















WARRANTY: 
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AIRCRAFT:  2003 Cirrus SR22 N987AA, s/n: 0513

The last Annual Inspection is dated 08/06/2021 at Hobbs 2409.4. 

The last log entry on 02/10/2022 records Hobbs 2567.9

ENGINE: Continental IO-550N, s/n: 686819. 

The last annual inspection entry is date 08/06/2021 and notes Hobbs 2409.4

PROPELLER:  Hartzell PHC-J3YF-1RF, s/n: FP2163B 

Prop Annual inspection recorded in the engine log on 08/06/21 at Hobbs 2409.4

DESCRIPTION OF ACCIDENT:  On February 09, 2022, N987AA was damaged while landing at Moore County Airport, North Carolina                                                     
LOCATION OF AIRCRAFT:  AMF Aviation LLC, Springfield, Tennessee

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Cessna 208B Grand Caravan, N928JP: Fatal accident occurred April 13, 2022 near Burley Municipal Airport (KBYI), Cassia County, Idaho

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.

Investigator In Charge (IIC): Salazar, Fabian

The National Transportation Safety Board traveled to the scene of this accident. 

Additional Participating Entities:
Craig F. Karel;  Federal Aviation Administration / Flight Standards District Office; Boise, Idaho
Textron Aviation; Wichita, Kansas


Location: Heyburn, Idaho
Accident Number: WPR22FA151
Date and Time: April 13, 2022, 08:32 Local
Registration: N928JP
Aircraft: Cessna 208B
Injuries: 1 Fatal
Flight Conducted Under: Part 135: Air taxi & commuter - Non-scheduled

On April 13, 2022, about 0832 mountain daylight time, a Cessna 208B Grand Caravan, N928JP, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Heyburn, Idaho. The pilot was fatally injured. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulation Part 135 cargo flight. According to the operator, the pilot was transporting cargo on an instrument flight rules flight from the Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), Salt Lake City, Utah, to the Burley Municipal Airport (BYI), Burley, Idaho.

A review of air traffic control (ATC) communication with the pilot revealed the approach controller issued the pilot the current altimeter setting and verified that the pilot had the current weather and notices to airmen reports for BYI. Subsequently, the controller cleared the pilot for the RNAV runway 20 approach via the MALTT transition at BYI. The pilot reported passing the initial approach fix, and about 4 minutes later reported a missed approach. The controller then instructed the pilot to execute the published missed approached and to report established [in the hold] at IREME, and to expect the same approach.

After the pilot report established at IREME, the controller cleared the pilot for the approach. About 1 minute later, the controller asked the pilot if she had crossed the initial approach fix. The pilot initially replied negative, then subsequently replied that she had crossed the fix. The controller then approved a change to BYI advisory frequency.

Video footage recovered from a security camera located on a processing plant revealed a view of the rooftop of the processing plant, along with a smokestack supported by steel framework on the roof. Snow was observed falling. About 0832:25, the airplane came into view in a wings-level, nose-high descent. The airplane subsequently struck the smokestack and fell to the rooftop.

According to a witness, located about one quarter mile away, he first heard, then observed the airplane descend out of the clouds then immediately went into a steam cloud, which was produced from a set of six smokestacks located on the same roof. The witness heard the engine increase in sound and saw the nose lift shortly before the airplane struck the smokestack and descend to the rooftop.

The airplane came to rest on its right side. Both wings, the propeller assembly, belly pod, and the nose wheel separated from the fuselage. All major components of the airplane remained on the rooftop. First responders recovered about 40 gallons of jet fuel which had spilled from both wings.

A special automated weather report for BYI about the time of the accident reported 1 mile visibility in light snow and mist, broken layer at 2,300 ft above ground level (agl), overcast at 2,800 ft agl, temperature -3°C, dew point temperature -5°C, barometric pressure 29.96 inches of mercury. An Airmen’s Meteorological Information (AIRMET) advisory was active for icing and mountain obscurations for areas that included BYI.

The airplane was recovered to a secure facility for further examination.

Aircraft and Owner/Operator Information

Aircraft Make: Cessna 
Registration: N928JP
Model/Series: 208B 
Aircraft Category: Airplane
Amateur Built:
Operator: 
Operating Certificate(s) Held: Commuter air carrier (135)
Operator Designator Code:

Meteorological Information and Flight Plan

Conditions at Accident Site: IMC 
Condition of Light: Day
Observation Facility, Elevation: KBYI,4143 ft msl
Observation Time: 08:10 Local
Distance from Accident Site: 1 Nautical Miles
Temperature/Dew Point: -3°C /-5°C
Lowest Cloud Condition: 
Wind Speed/Gusts, Direction: 8 knots / , 190°
Lowest Ceiling: Broken / 2300 ft AGL 
Visibility: 1 miles
Altimeter Setting: 29.96 inches Hg 
Type of Flight Plan Filed: IFR
Departure Point: Salt Lake City, UT (SLC) 
Destination: Burley, ID (BYI)

Wreckage and Impact Information

Crew Injuries: 1 Fatal 
Aircraft Damage: Substantial
Passenger Injuries:
Aircraft Fire: None
Ground Injuries: 
Aircraft Explosion: None
Total Injuries: 1 Fatal 
Latitude, Longitude: 42.551433,-113.75969 

Those who may have information that might be relevant to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) investigation may contact them by email witness@ntsb.gov, and any friends and family who want to contact investigators about the accident should email assistance@ntsb.gov. You can also call the NTSB Response Operations Center at 844-373-9922 or 202-314-6290.

Chelsea Brittney Infanger
January 31, 1992  -  April 13, 2022


Chelsea Brittney Infanger, returned to her Heavenly Father unexpectedly on April 13, 2022. Brittney was born on January 31, 1992 in Salmon, Idaho to Sharon and Jim Bob Infanger, their fifth child and second daughter. Although Brittney passed away young, her adventurous, loving spirit led to an abundant life.

In high school, she competed on basketball, track, volleyball, and dance teams, served as a page in the Idaho State Legislature, was voted to Senior Class President, and graduated from Salmon High School in 2010 as a Valedictorian with a 4.0 GPA. Following high school, Brittney received a prestigious internship with NBC International, working in their hospitality program for the 2012 London Olympics. Brittney went on to graduate from Utah State University with a degree in Finance in 2018.

Brittney explored many hobbies throughout her life, including piano, athletics, fishing, and hunting. However, Brittney’s favorite thing of all was flying. She received her private flying license in high school. Even after receiving her bachelor’s degree, all Brittney wanted to do was fly. She went on to graduate from ATP Flight School in Mesa, Arizona in 2019.

After graduating from ATP, Brittney was a flight instructor at Aero guard, Gem Air, and privately in Salmon, Idaho, and received various flight licenses, including commercial, instrument, multiengine, CFI, CFII, MEI, tailwheel, and seaplane. She was also trained in aerobatic flying, advanced spin training, and upset recovery training. She loved flying the Idaho backcountry while working for Gem Air as well as flying UPS routes in Idaho and Utah.

Brittney often told those who had the privilege of flying with her that she never felt closer to heaven than she did when flying. Once, when flying with her sister, they looked out at the mountains, trees, and clouds, marveling at the beauty. “How could anyone be up here, see God’s creation, and doubt His love?” she had asked. Her last post on social media read “I’ve been flying so much lately I think I might be growing wings.”

Her love for flying was only surpassed by the love she had for her family and friends. Brittney had a special connection with her siblings and their children. She loved spending time with her father, who taught her to play basketball, hunt, fish, and fly. The relationship Brittney had with her mother was truly like no other. Their bond was unbreakable, and their most fun times were spent together, especially when traveling the world.

Brittney was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served a mission in Birmingham, England from 2015-2017. She was always striving to be an example of Christ and share His love with others.

Brittney lived life to its fullest. She traveled, she laughed, she loved. She was outgoing, welcoming, and Christlike. Brittney’s spirit could be felt by all who knew her. She had a special gift for making everyone she met feel important, and her smile lit up every room. She not only saw the best in people, she brought out the best in people.

When you think of Brittney, celebrate the memories you shared with her. Remember to embrace and treasure every moment, just as she did. Our beautiful and beloved daughter, granddaughter, sister, niece, cousin and friend will be missed more than words can express, but she will be in all our hearts until we meet again.

Brittney was preceded in death by her paternal and maternal grandparents, Vera and Ray Infanger and Idell and Don Weeks, and her brother, Earl James “E.J.” Infanger. Brittney is survived by her parents, Sharon and Jim Bob Infanger, her siblings, Craig Infanger (Daria); Emily Goodrich (Robert); Branden Infanger (Annie); Jayden Infanger; Erica Hill (Taylor); Adrienne Rochleau (Chris); and her loving nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

Funeral services for Brittney Infanger will be held on Saturday, April 23 at noon at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Stake Center in Salmon, Idaho (please be in your seat by 11:45). Visitation will begin at 10:30 the morning of the funeral. Funeral services will also be live streamed at bit.ly/brittneyinfanger. In lieu of flowers, the Infanger family is welcoming donations for a scholarship fund in Brittney’s honor. Donations can be dropped off or mailed to Bill Allen Accounting at 533 Main St., Salmon, Idaho 83467.
 


Robinson R44 Raven II, N426DB: Accident occurred April 12, 2022 in Calhoun, Gordon County, Georgia

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; Atlanta, Georgia

Location: Calhoun, Georgia
Accident Number: ERA22LA188
Date and Time: April 12, 2022, 17:05 Local
Registration: N426DB
Aircraft: ROBINSON HELICOPTER COMPANY R44 II 
Injuries: 1 Minor, 3 None
Flight Conducted Under: Part 91: General aviation - Personal

Aircraft and Owner/Operator Information

Aircraft Make: ROBINSON HELICOPTER COMPANY
Registration: N426DB
Model/Series: R44 II 
Aircraft Category: Helicopter
Amateur Built:
Operator: On file
Operating Certificate(s) Held: None
Operator Designator Code:

Meteorological Information and Flight Plan

Conditions at Accident Site: 
Condition of Light:
Observation Facility, Elevation: 
KCZL Observation Time:
Distance from Accident Site: 
Temperature/Dew Point:
Lowest Cloud Condition: 
Wind Speed/Gusts, Direction: / ,
Lowest Ceiling:
Visibility:
Altimeter Setting: 
Type of Flight Plan Filed:
Departure Point:
Destination:

Wreckage and Impact Information

Crew Injuries: 1 Minor 
Aircraft Damage: Substantial
Passenger Injuries: 3 None
Aircraft Fire: None
Ground Injuries: 
Aircraft Explosion: None
Total Injuries: 1 Minor, 3 None 
Latitude, Longitude: 34.47634,-84.932392 (est)

Boeing 737-400 freighter, N733CK: Incidents occurred April 12, 2022 and June 05, 2020

Federal Aviation Administration / Flight Standards District Office; Cincinnati, Ohio

April 12, 2022:  Aircraft struck multiple birds on departure, returned to airport and post flight inspection revealed damage to the pitot tube at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (KCVG), Covington, Boone County, Kentucky.

Kalitta Charters II LLC
Date: 12-APR-22
Time: 11:06:00Z
Regis#: N733CK
Aircraft Make: BOEING
Aircraft Model: 737
Event Type: INCIDENT
Highest Injury: NONE
Aircraft Missing: No
Damage: UNKNOWN
Activity: CARGO
Flight Phase: TAKEOFF (TOF)
Aircraft Operator: KALITTA CHARTERS
Flight Number: KII835
City: COVINGTON
State: KENTUCKY
 
June 05, 2020

June 05, 2020

June 05, 2020


Federal Aviation Administration / Flight Standards District Office; Rochester, New York

June 05, 2020:  Aircraft on departure veered off runway at Greater Rochester International Airport (KROC), New York.

Kalitta Charters II LLC

https://registry.faa.gov/N733CK

Date: 05-JUN-20
Time: 17:50:00Z
Regis#: N733CK
Aircraft Make: BOEING
Aircraft Model: 737
Event Type: INCIDENT
Highest Injury: NONE
Aircraft Missing: No
Damage: UNKNOWN
Activity: CARGO
Flight Phase: TAKEOFF (TOF)
Operation: 121
Aircraft Operator: KALITTA
Flight Number: KII822
City: ROCHESTER
State: NEW YORK

McDonnell Douglas MD-11: Incident occurred April 12, 2022 at Indianapolis International Airport (KIND), Marion County, Indiana

Federal Aviation Administration / Flight Standards District Office; Indianapolis, Indiana

Aircraft was taxiing and the right wing struck the left wing of FDX2771.

Date: 12-APR-22
Time: 13:00:00Z
Regis#: FDX5017
Aircraft Make: MCDONNELL DOUGLAS
Aircraft Model: MD11
Event Type: INCIDENT
Highest Injury: NONE
Aircraft Missing: No
Damage: UNKNOWN
Activity: CARGO
Flight Phase: TAXI (TXI)
Aircraft Operator: FEDERAL EXPRESS
Flight Number: FDX5017
City: INDIANAPOLIS
State: INDIANA

Little Balloon Experimental O-84, N9501C: Incident occurred April 12, 2022 in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Federal Aviation Administration / Flight Standards District Office; Albuquerque, New Mexico

Balloon descending, caught thermals and mouth of balloon closed up as the burner was engaged and caught on fire. 


Date: 12-APR-22
Time: 15:30:00Z
Regis#: N9501C
Aircraft Make: LITTLE BALLOON
Aircraft Model: O-84
Event Type: INCIDENT
Highest Injury: NONE
Aircraft Missing: No
Damage: MINOR
Activity: PERSONAL
Flight Phase: MANEUVERING (MNV)
Operation: 91
City: ALBUQUERQUE
State: NEW MEXICO

Boeing 737-900, N827DN: Incident occurred April 12, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Federal Aviation Administration / Flight Standards District Office; Minneapolis, Minnesota

Aircraft encountered moderate to severe turbulence injuring two flight attendants. 

Delta Air Lines Inc


Date: 12-APR-22
Time: 12:57:00Z
Regis#: N827DN
Aircraft Make: BOEING
Aircraft Model: 737
Event Type: INCIDENT
Highest Injury: MINOR
Aircraft Missing: No
Damage: NONE
Activity: COMMERCIAL
Flight Phase: EN ROUTE (ENR)
Operation: 121
Aircraft Operator: DELTA AIRLINES
Flight Number: DAL873
City: MINNEAPOLIS
State: MINNESOTA

Cessna 560XL Citation XLS+, N212HF: Incident occurred April 12, 2022 at Dickson County Municipal Airport (M02), Tennessee

Federal Aviation Administration / Flight Standards District Office; Nashville, Tennessee

Aircraft landed, veered off runway and became stuck in the mud. 

Gopher Air LLC


Date: 12-APR-22
Time: 13:19:00Z
Regis#: N212HF
Aircraft Make: CESSNA
Aircraft Model: 560XL
Event Type: INCIDENT
Highest Injury: NONE
Aircraft Missing: No
Damage: UNKNOWN
Activity: PERSONAL
Flight Phase: LANDING (LDG)
Operation: 91
City: DICKSON
State: TENNESSEE

Cessna 172N Skyhawk, N936MB: Incident occurred April 12, 2022 at Tri-Cities Airport (KPSC), Pasco, Franklin County, Washington

Federal Aviation Administration / Flight Standards District Office; Spokane, Washington

Aircraft on landing and incurred a propeller strike. 

Bergstrom Aircraft Inc


Date: 13-APR-22
Time: 00:18:00Z
Regis#: N936MB
Aircraft Make: CESSNA
Aircraft Model: 172
Event Type: INCIDENT
Highest Injury: NONE
Aircraft Missing: No
Damage: UNKNOWN
Activity: PERSONAL
Flight Phase: LANDING (LDG)
Operation: 91
City: PASCO
State: WASHINGTON

Bell 206L-1, N315MH: Incident occurred April 11, 2022 in Kenai, Alaska

Federal Aviation Administration / Flight Standards District Office; Anchorage, Alaska

Rotorcraft outer guards tail wing section struck a bird. 

Blade Leasing LLC

Maritime Helicopters Inc


Date: 11-APR-22
Time: 16:49:00Z
Regis#: N315MH
Aircraft Make: BELL
Aircraft Model: 206
Event Type: INCIDENT
Highest Injury: NONE
Aircraft Missing: No
Damage: MINOR
Activity: UNKNOWN
Flight Phase: LANDING (LDG)
Operation: 135
Aircraft Operator: MARITIME HELICOPTERS
City: KENAI
State: ALASKA

Piper PA-23-250 Aztec, N2HR: Incident occurred April 11, 2022 at Treasure Coast International Airport (KFPR), Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida

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

Aircraft landed, blew a tire and incurred a propeller strike.  


Date: 11-APR-22
Time: 18:21:00Z
Regis#: N2HR
Aircraft Make: PIPER
Aircraft Model: PA23
Event Type: INCIDENT
Highest Injury: NONE
Aircraft Missing: No
Damage: UNKNOWN
Activity: PERSONAL
Flight Phase: LANDING (LDG)
Operation: 91
City: FORT PIERCE
State: FLORIDA

Loss of Control on Ground: Carbon Cub CCK-2000, N311PF; accident occurred April 07, 2022 at Collegedale Municipal Airport (KFGU), Hamilton County, Tennessee









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; Nashville, Tennessee

Investigation Docket - National Transportation Safety Board:

PF Cub Flyers LLC


Location: Collegedale, Tennessee 
Accident Number: ERA22LA185
Date and Time: April 7, 2022, 18:31 Local
Registration: N311PF
Aircraft: PF CUB FLYERS LLC CCK-2000
Aircraft Damage: Substantial
Defining Event: Loss of control on ground 
Injuries: 1 None
Flight Conducted Under: Part 91: General aviation - Personal

Analysis

The pilot reported that before landing, he made a low pass to check the controllability of the airplane close to the runway. While passing the windsock, he noted the surface winds appeared to be a direct crosswind from right to left. The pilot then set up the airplane for a full stop landing. As the airplane touched down, the wind had shifted to a quartering tailwind and the wing and tail began to lift. The pilot applied full right aileron and up elevator in an attempt to maintain directional control, however, the airplane departed the runway surface, the propeller impacted the ground and the airplane flipped over, which resulted in substantial damage to the rudder.

The pilot reported that the airplane had no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures 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 of the airplane during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and a subsequent nose-over.

Findings

Personnel issues Aircraft control - Pilot
Aircraft Directional control - Not attained/maintained
Environmental issues Tailwind - Effect on operation

Factual Information

History of Flight

Landing-landing roll Loss of control on ground (Defining event)
Landing-landing roll Attempted remediation/recovery
Landing-landing roll Runway excursion
Landing-landing roll Other weather encounter
Landing-landing roll Nose over/nose down

Pilot Information

Certificate: Airline transport; Commercial; Military
Age: 62, Male
Airplane Rating(s): Single-engine land; Multi-engine land
Seat Occupied: Front
Other Aircraft Rating(s): None
Restraint Used: 4-point
Instrument Rating(s): Airplane
Second Pilot Present: No
Instructor Rating(s): Airplane multi-engine; Airplane single-engine; Instrument airplane
Toxicology Performed:
Medical Certification: Class 1 With waivers/limitations 
Last FAA Medical Exam: July 1, 2020
Occupational Pilot: No
Last Flight Review or Equivalent: October 29, 2020
Flight Time: (Estimated) 17577 hours (Total, all aircraft), 7 hours (Total, this make and model), 14000 hours (Pilot In Command, all aircraft), 26 hours (Last 90 days, all aircraft), 10 hours (Last 30 days, all aircraft), 1 hours (Last 24 hours, all aircraft)

Aircraft and Owner/Operator Information

Aircraft Make: PF CUB FLYERS LLC
Registration: N311PF
Model/Series: CCK-2000 
Aircraft Category: Airplane
Year of Manufacture: 2020
Amateur Built:
Airworthiness Certificate: Normal 
Serial Number: CCK-2000-0028
Landing Gear Type: Tailwheel
Seats: 2
Date/Type of Last Inspection: March 28, 2022 
Annual Certified Max Gross Wt.: 2000 lbs
Time Since Last Inspection: 5 Hrs 
Engines: 1 Reciprocating
Airframe Total Time: 94 Hrs at time of accident 
Engine Manufacturer: CubCrafters
ELT: C91 installed, activated, aided in locating accident
Engine Model/Series: CC363i
Registered Owner: 
Rated Power: 186 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: CHA, 688 ft msl 
Distance from Accident Site: 9 Nautical Miles
Observation Time: 18:53 Local 
Direction from Accident Site: 267°
Lowest Cloud Condition: Scattered / 8000 ft AGL
Visibility: 10 miles
Lowest Ceiling:
Visibility (RVR):
Wind Speed/Gusts: 10 knots / 
Turbulence Type Forecast/Actual:  /
Wind Direction: 290°
Turbulence Severity Forecast/Actual:  /
Altimeter Setting: 29.77 inches Hg
Temperature/Dew Point: 17°C / -1°C
Precipitation and Obscuration: No Obscuration; No Precipitation
Departure Point: Collegedale, TN 
Type of Flight Plan Filed: None
Destination: Collegedale, TN 
Type of Clearance: None
Departure Time:
Type of Airspace: Class G

Airport Information

Airport: Collegedale Municipal Airport FGU
Runway Surface Type: Asphalt
Airport Elevation: 860 ft msl
Runway Surface Condition: Dry
Runway Used: 21 
IFR Approach: None
Runway Length/Width: 4986 ft / 75 ft 
VFR Approach/Landing: Full stop
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: 35.0444,-85.0201(est)


Location: Collegedale, Tennessee
Accident Number: ERA22LA185
Date and Time: April 7, 2022, 19:07 Local
Registration: N311PF
Aircraft: PF CUB FLYERS LLC CCK-2000
Injuries: 1 None
Flight Conducted Under: Part 91: General aviation - Personal

Aircraft and Owner/Operator Information

Aircraft Make: PF CUB FLYERS LLC 
Registration: N311PF
Model/Series: CCK-2000
Aircraft Category: Airplane
Amateur Built:
Operator: 
Operating Certificate(s) Held: None
Operator Designator Code:

Meteorological Information and Flight Plan

Conditions at Accident Site: 
Condition of Light:
Observation Facility, Elevation: 
Observation Time:
Distance from Accident Site:
Temperature/Dew Point:
Lowest Cloud Condition: 
Wind Speed/Gusts, Direction: / ,
Lowest Ceiling: 
Visibility:
Altimeter Setting: 
Type of Flight Plan Filed:
Departure Point: 
Destination:

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: 35.044421,-85.020067

Rans S-4 Coyote 1, N3156D: Accident occurred April 08, 2022 and Incident occurred November 26, 2018 in Chula Vista, San Diego County, California

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; San Diego, California

Location: Chula Vista, California
Accident Number: WPR22LA149
Date and Time: April 8, 2022, 15:30 Local
Registration: N3156D
Aircraft: DIETRICH RYAN S-4 COYOTE 1 
Injuries: 1 None
Flight Conducted Under: Part 91: General aviation - Personal

On April 8, 2022, about 1530 Pacific standard time, an experimental amateur-built Rans S4 Coyote 1, N3156D, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Chula Vista, California. The pilot was the sole occupant and was not injured. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight.

The pilot stated that he completed a preflight inspection of the airplane with his mechanic and then started the airplane and taxied to runway 27. He aligned the airplane with the runway centerline and then gradually advanced the throttle for takeoff. When the airplane was about 300 ft into the takeoff roll the pilot applied back pressure to the flight stick and the airplane started to transition into a climb. However, the airplane immediately began a right roll when it was only a few feet above the ground. The pilot rapidly applied left flight stick, but the airplane continued to roll to the right. He then pushed the flight stick forward and applied left rudder to remain in ground effect and increase his airspeed, which slowed the right roll.

The airplane was to the right of the right runway edge at an altitude of about 8 ft agl as it approached the departure end of the runway when the pilot decided he had insufficient control of the airplane to continue the flight safely. At this point he reduced the engine power to idle and placed the airplane in a left crab, which allowed him to maintain a level attitude. As he pulled back on the flight stick to begin a landing flare he felt the right wing drop again. The airplane touched down on the right main landing gear, which immediately collapsed and the right wing impacted the ground.

Postaccident photographs from the Federal Aviation Administration showed substantial damage to the right wing.

The pilot stated that the airplane suffered a hard landing about 9 months prior, which resulted in damage to the right wing and right main landing gear. This was the pilot’s first flight in the accident airplane after it was repaired. Further inspection of the wreckage revealed that the right-wing strut was not bolted to its attachment clevis at the right wing. 




Aircraft and Owner/Operator Information

Aircraft Make: DIETRICH RYAN
Registration: N3156D
Model/Series: S-4 COYOTE 1 
Aircraft Category: Airplane
Amateur Built:
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: KSDM,521 ft msl 
Observation Time: 15:53 Local
Distance from Accident Site: 6 Nautical Miles
Temperature/Dew Point: 33°C /-5°C
Lowest Cloud Condition: Clear
Wind Speed/Gusts, Direction: 12 knots / 17 knots, 290°
Lowest Ceiling: None 
Visibility: 10 miles
Altimeter Setting: 29.85 inches Hg
Type of Flight Plan Filed: None
Departure Point: Chula Vista, CA (0CL3)
Destination: Chula Vista, CA

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: 32.633372,-116.89031

April 08, 2022:  Aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff. 

Date: 08-APR-22
Time: 21:48:00Z
Regis#: N3156D
Aircraft Make: RANS
Aircraft Model: S-4 COYOTE 1
Event Type: ACCIDENT
Highest Injury: NONE
Aircraft Missing: No
Damage: SUBSTANTIAL
Activity: PERSONAL
Flight Phase: TAKEOFF (TOF)
Operation: 91
City: CHULA VISTA
State: CALIFORNIA

Federal Aviation Administration / Flight Standards District Office; San Diego, California

November 26, 2018:  Crashed due to unknown circumstances.

Date: 26-NOV-18
Time: 22:00:00Z
Regis#: N3156D
Aircraft Make: RANS
Aircraft Model: S 4 COYOTE 1
Event Type: INCIDENT
Highest Injury: MINOR
Aircraft Missing: No
Damage: UNKNOWN
Activity: UNKNOWN
Flight Phase: UNKNOWN (UNK)
Operation: 91
City: CHULA VISTA
State: CALIFORNIA

Adams Balloons A55S, N866RA: Accident occurred April 10, 2022 in Safford, Graham County, Arizona

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; Scottsdale, Arizona


Location: Safford, Arizona 
Accident Number: WPR22LA152
Date and Time: April 10, 2022, 07:03 Local
Registration: N866RA
Aircraft: ADAMS BALLOONS LLC
A55S Injuries: 3 None
Flight Conducted Under: Part 91: General aviation - Personal

On April 10, 2022, about 0703 mountain standard time, an Adams Balloons LLC A55S, N866RA, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident in Safford, Arizona. The commercial pilot was not injured, and the two passengers sustained minor injuries. The balloon was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight.

The pilot reported that during climb to the north, the sound and power produced by the burners was abnormal. She remarked that the burners seemed to produce low pressure and descended to the southeast. During descent, she attempted to troubleshoot the low-pressure anomaly by alternating propane tanks and elected to use the left rear and forward right propane tanks which seemed to provide better burner pressure. She decided to land as soon as possible and was able to maintain a level flight path about 1,100 ft above ground level, but the burner pressure seemingly decreased.

During approach to her desired landing site, she spotted powerlines that intersected the approach path and applied a full burn. The balloon climbed over the wires, and she chose to rapidly descend, because she had selected a parking lot that was less than a mile to the east as her target landing site.

The parking lot bordered two roads and was less than one half mile from a powerline substation. The parking lot contained power line wires on all four sides. She recalled that during descent into the parking lot, the speed of the balloon increased, and they bypassed the intended landing site. The basket came to a stop after impacting the ground, and after the envelope collided with powerline wires. While on the ground, she ensured that the fuel tanks and the pilot lights were off. The pilot and passengers remained in the basket until first responders arrived. 

Aircraft and Owner/Operator Information

Aircraft Make: ADAMS BALLOONS LLC
Registration: N866RA
Model/Series: A55S
Aircraft Category: Balloon
Amateur Built:
Operator: 
Operating Certificate(s) Held: None
Operator Designator Code:

Meteorological Information and Flight Plan

Conditions at Accident Site: 
Condition of Light:
Observation Facility, Elevation: KSAD,3175 ft msl 
Observation Time: 06:51 Local
Distance from Accident Site: 7 Nautical Miles 
Temperature/Dew Point: 14°C /-9°C
Lowest Cloud Condition: Clear
Wind Speed/Gusts, Direction: 5 knots / , 70°
Lowest Ceiling: None 
Visibility: 10 miles
Altimeter Setting: 29.82 inches Hg 
Type of Flight Plan Filed: None
Departure Point: Safford, AZ 
Destination: Safford, AZ

Wreckage and Impact Information

Crew Injuries: 1 None 
Aircraft Damage: Substantial
Passenger Injuries: 2 None
Aircraft Fire: None
Ground Injuries:
Aircraft Explosion: None
Total Injuries: 3 None 
Latitude, Longitude: 32.833229,-109.77147 (est)

Balloon lost power in both burners and struck powerlines.  

Date: 10-APR-22
Time: 14:15:00Z
Regis#: N866RA
Aircraft Make: ADAMS BALLOONS
Aircraft Model: A55S
Event Type: INCIDENT
Highest Injury: NONE
Aircraft Missing: No
Damage: UNKNOWN
Activity: PERSONAL
Flight Phase: EN ROUTE (ENR)
City: SAFFORD
State: ARIZONA

Cessna 172H Skyhawk, N8020L: Accident occurred April 10, 2022 at Birchwood Airport (PABV), 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. 

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

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


Location: Chugiak, Alaska
Accident Number: ANC22LA028
Date and Time: April 10, 2022, 13:20 Local
Registration: N8020L
Aircraft: Cessna 172H
Injuries: 1 None
Flight Conducted Under: Part 91: General aviation - Personal

On April 10, 2022, about 1320 Alaska daylight time, a Cessna 172H airplane, N8020L sustained substantial damage when it was involved in an accident at the Birchwood Airport, Chugiak, Alaska. The pilot was not injured. The airplane was operated by the pilot as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight.

The pilot reported that he was landing his tricycle-gear equipped airplane. Upon touchdown on the asphalt surfaced runway, the airplane veered abruptly to the right. He attempted to correct for the veer to no avail. The airplane exited the runway, impacted a snowbank, and nosed over sustaining substantial damage to the vertical stabilizer, rudder, and wings. A detailed examination is pending.

Aircraft and Owner/Operator Information

Aircraft Make: Cessna 
Registration: N8020L
Model/Series: 172H 
Aircraft Category: Airplane
Amateur Built:
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: PABV,96 ft msl
Observation Time: 13:56 Local
Distance from Accident Site: 0 Nautical Miles
Temperature/Dew Point: 2°C /-11°C
Lowest Cloud Condition: Clear
Wind Speed/Gusts, Direction: / ,
Lowest Ceiling: None
Visibility: 10 miles
Altimeter Setting: 30.67 inches Hg
Type of Flight Plan Filed: VFR
Departure Point: Willow, AK (PAUO)
Destination: Anchorage, AK (PAMR)

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: 61.419254,-149.50339

Aircraft landed, veered off runway, hit a snowbank and flipped over. 

Date: 10-APR-22
Time: 21:40:00Z
Regis#: N8020L
Aircraft Make: CESSNA
Aircraft Model: 172
Event Type: ACCIDENT
Highest Injury: NONE
Aircraft Missing: No
Damage: SUBSTANTIAL
Activity: PERSONAL
Flight Phase: LANDING (LDG)
Operation: 91
City: BIRCHWOOD
State: ALASKA