Pilot Debrief

AMERICAN LEGEND AIRCRAFT CO AL3 near Rexburg, ID — 2013-04-18

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Date
2013-04-18
Location
Rexburg, ID, USA
Airport
RXE
Aircraft
AMERICAN LEGEND AIRCRAFT CO AL3
Registration
N741R
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain airplane control during landing in gusting wind conditions, and the airplane’s subsequent collision with a fence during the go-around attempt.

NTSB narrative

The pilot reported that just before touchdown a gust of wind struck the airplane and lifted the right wing, which resulted in the left wheel contacting the runway. The airplane veered left, and the pilot initiated a go-around. However, the airplane did not gain enough altitude to clear the chain link fence on the left side of the runway. The landing gear struck the fence, and the airplane nosed over, substantially damaging the left wing. 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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Docket documents1

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