DELCONTE EMIDIO J KITFOX SERIES V
Cove, OR — July 8, 2014
Event Information
| Date | July 8, 2014 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | WPR14CA291 |
| Event ID | 20140713X42938 |
| Location | Cove, OR |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 45.57000, -117.52805 |
| Airport | MINAM LODGE |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
Aircraft
| Make | DELCONTE EMIDIO J |
| Model | KITFOX SERIES V |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 1 |
| None | 0 |
| Total Injured | 1 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff when the airplane encountered standing water on the airstrip.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that during takeoff from a grass airstrip the right main landing gear of the tailwheel equipped airplane came in contact with standing water. The airplane veered to the right, which resulted in the left wingtip striking the ground. The airplane subsequently nosed over and came to rest inverted. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing spar. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
About This NTSB Record
This aviation event was investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). NTSB investigates all U.S. civil aviation accidents to determine probable cause and issue safety recommendations to prevent future accidents.