Pilot Debrief

VANS AIRCRAFT INC RV-12 near Westfield, MA — 2022-08-16

Final reportERA22LA374
Sign in to save
Date
2022-08-16
Location
Westfield, MA, USA
Airport
BAF
Aircraft
VANS AIRCRAFT INC RV-12
Registration
N33EV
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot’s loss of directional control while taxiing for takeoff.

NTSB narrative

The pilot reported that he was holding short of the runway for an intersection departure and once he received takeoff clearance, he added power. After adding power, he reported losing control of the airplane, and exiting the taxiway. The right wing of the airplane impacted a sign resulting in substantial damage. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

  • Photos
  • 2 docket documents
View NTSB final reportView NTSB docket

Docket documents2

Related mishaps