AERONCA 7AC near Roanoke Rapids, NC — 2010-03-07
- Date
- 2010-03-07
- Location
- Roanoke Rapids, NC, USA
- Airport
- IXA
- Aircraft
- AERONCA 7AC
- Registration
- N84694
- Category
- Airplane
- Highest injury
- None
- Fatalities
- 0
Probable cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during a crosswind landing/rollout.
NTSB narrative
The pilot reported that he was landing the tailwheel-equipped airplane on runway 2, with an 8-knot crosswind. During the landing roll, the airplane’s left wing lifted and the right wing and propeller contacted the ground. The pilot applied engine power and attempted to regain control; however, the airplane veered off the right side of the runway and struck a dirt bank. The right wing, right main landing gear and right wing strut were substantially damaged. The pilot reported that he did not experience any mechanical malfunctions or failures of the airplane prior to the accident. A weather observation taken at the airport about the time of the accident reported winds from 300 degrees at 4 knots.
NTSB coding
Evidence available
- Photos
- 6 docket documents
Docket documents6
- Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident Report, NTSB Form 6120.1form
- Interview Summaryinterview
- Pilot Statement (Email)interview
- Photograph # 1 – View of the airplane as it came to rest (Provided by the Airport Manager)photos
- Photograph # 2 – Aerial view of the accident site (Provided by the Airport Manager)photos
- Weather Reports and Recordsreport
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