Pilot Debrief

ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL S-2R near Kahlotus, WA — 2011-05-18

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Date
2011-05-18
Location
Kahlotus, WA, USA
Airport
4WA6
Aircraft
ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL S-2R
Registration
N4996X
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff.

NTSB narrative

The pilot reported that he attempted to take off with a strong crosswind. During the takeoff sequence, the airplane veered off the airstrip onto soft dirt and subsequently nosed over. The pilot reported that there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal flight.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

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Docket documents1

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