Pilot Debrief

BEARHAWK Four near Eau Claire, WI — 2023-11-21

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Date
2023-11-21
Location
Eau Claire, WI, USA
Airport
EAU
Aircraft
BEARHAWK Four
Registration
N274LC
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing.

NTSB narrative

During the landing roll, the tailwheel-equipped airplane bounced once then veered to the left. The pilot applied right rudder but was unable to maintain directional control. The airplane exited the runway and ground looped, which resulted in separation of the right main landing gear and substantial damage to the right wing. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB coding

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