Pilot Debrief

LEWIS BRANDON SCOTT EXTERMINATOR near Rockford, IL — 2010-09-12

Final reportCEN10CA537
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Date
2010-09-12
Location
Rockford, IL, USA
Airport
1C8
Aircraft
LEWIS BRANDON SCOTT EXTERMINATOR
Registration
N815SL
Category
Gyroplane
Highest injury
Minor
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain control of the gyrocopter while practicing takeoffs and landings.

NTSB narrative

The pilot of the gyrocopter was practicing takeoffs and landings when the accident occurred. He stated that he made 12 takeoffs, lifting off to a height 5 to 10 feet above the runway then touching back down prior to the accident flight. The pilot stated that on the last takeoff, the gyrocopter turned sideways and the momentum of the rotor blades resulted in the gyrocopter rolling onto its side. This resulted in substantial damage to the main rotor blades and left horizontal stabilizer when they contacted the ground. The pilot reported there were no mechanical problems with the gyrocopter.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

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