William P. Crowell Genesis
Warm Springs, GA — February 8, 2008
Event Information
| Date | February 8, 2008 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | MIA08CA055 |
| Event ID | 20080312X00301 |
| Location | Warm Springs, GA |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 32.93722, -84.69611 |
| Airport | Roosevelt Memorial Airport |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
Aircraft
| Make | William P. Crowell |
| Model | Genesis |
| 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 failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane during final approach.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that while on final approach at approximately 25 feet above ground level, for a third touch-and-go landing on runway 17, the airplane suddenly yawed 90 degrees to the right. He applied full power and the engine did respond, but the airplane contacted the ground, bounced, then was, "...pushed to the ground." The airplane collided with bushes then came to rest. He further stated there was no mechanical failure or malfunction.
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.