COSMOS PHASE II PHASE II 582 near Caldwell, ID — 2014-06-20

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to monitor the environment and to maintain sufficient altitude to clear power lines during low altitude flight.

NTSB narrative

The pilot reported that he was flying his weight-shift control trike at low altitude when it struck power lines. Subsequently, the trike descended to the ground, which resulted in substantial damage to the structural tubing. The pilot further stated that his smoke colored visor attached to his helmet prevented him from clearly seeing the power lines. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the aircraft that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB coding

• Ground collision · Post-impact
• Attention / Monitoring

Evidence available

• Photos
• 4 docket documents

Docket documents4

• Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident Report, NTSB Form 6120.1form
• Record of Conversation - Pilotother
• Photo 1 - Main Wreckage From Rear (Photo Courtesy of FAA)photos
• Photo 2 - Main Wreckage (Photo Courtesy of FAA)photos

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