Pilot Debrief

AIR CREATION USA LLC SKYPPER near Stow, MA — 2015-08-29

Final reportGAA15CA253
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Date
2015-08-29
Location
Stow, MA, USA
Airport
6B6
Aircraft
AIR CREATION USA LLC SKYPPER
Registration
N534AC
Category
Trike
Highest injury
Minor
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The student pilot's improper directional control inputs during the takeoff roll, resulting in a roll over and collision with terrain.

NTSB narrative

The flight instructor in the weight shift control aircraft reported that during the takeoff roll on an asphalt runway, the pilot receiving instruction over-controlled the steering pedals and the aircraft tipped over. The instructor stated that the accident sequence occurred instantly and that he did not have time to apply corrective measures. The weight shift control aircraft sustained substantial damage to the keel, control frame, and leading edge tube. The flight instructor reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

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