Pilot Debrief

BRICE RON GLASTAR SPORTSMAN 2+ near Kimberling, MO — 2012-03-13

Final reportCEN12LA187
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Date
2012-03-13
Location
Kimberling, MO, USA
Aircraft
BRICE RON GLASTAR SPORTSMAN 2+
Registration
N627RM
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
Fatal
Fatalities
1
Phase of flight
Approach

Probable cause

The pilot’s inadequate flare, which resulted in the airplane impacting into the water.

NTSB narrative

The float-equipped airplane was observed flying low over the lake before it made an attempt to land on the water. Witnesses said the engine was operating normally but that the airplane never leveled off before it touched down. The airplane impacted the water, cart-wheeled, and came to rest inverted. Examination of the airplane revealed that the landing gear was in the fully retracted position, consistent with a water landing configuration. Examination of the airplane revealed there were no mechanical deficiencies that would have precluded normal operation of the airplane.

Analysis

Primary failure mode
Controlled flight into terrain
First missed decision gate
Pilot could have chosen to level off before landing approach.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

  • 3 docket documents
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Docket documents3

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