AERONCA 11CC near Silver City, NM — 2010-08-11

Probable cause

The pilot's loss of directional control during takeoff and the certificated flight instructor’s delayed remedial action, which resulted in a ground loop.

NTSB narrative

The private pilot started the takeoff roll and the airplane ground-looped prior to liftoff. The certificated flight instructor unsuccessfully attempted to regain control; however, the airplane veered off the left side of the runway. The right wing main spar and several ribs were bent as a result of the accident sequence.

NTSB coding

• Loss of control on ground · Takeoff
• Delayed Action

Evidence available

• 3 docket documents

Docket documents3

• NTSB Form 6120.1-2, Pilot-Operator Aircraft Accident Report (Instructor)form
• NTSB Form 6120.1-2, Pilot-Operator Aircraft Accident Report (Pilot)form
• Weather Reports and Recordsreport

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