Pilot Debrief

Cub Crafters CCX-2000-0086 near Gypsom, CO — 2020-06-17

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Date
2020-06-17
Location
Gypsom, CO, USA
Airport
EGE
Aircraft
Cub Crafters CCX-2000-0086
Registration
N339KT
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain airplane control during landing in gusting wind conditions.

NTSB narrative

The pilot stated that during landing in gusting wind conditions, the tailwheel-equipped airplane lost rudder authority as it slowed down in the landing roll. A strong gust of wind caused the airplane to weather-vane and ground-loop. The right wing hit the ground and the right main landing gear collapsed which resulted in substantial damage to the right aileron. The pilot stated there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB coding

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