Pilot Debrief

BUTLER JOHN R SX 300 near Truth or Consequences, NM — 2012-01-03

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Date
2012-01-03
Location
Truth or Consequences, NM, USA
Airport
TCS
Aircraft
BUTLER JOHN R SX 300
Registration
N120J
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot did not maintain airplane control during takeoff due to his distraction with the improperly secured canopy, which he forgot to latch.

NTSB narrative

Prior to takeoff, the pilot forgot to properly latch the canopy. Shortly after rotation, the pilot noticed that the canopy had partially opened, which resulted in a distraction and a loss of airplane control. Subsequently, the airplane contacted the runway, and the landing gear collapsed. The airplane came to rest upright on the side of the runway. Postaccident examination of the airplane revealed that the fuselage was bent and buckled. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

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