TROM WAYNE VANS RV6A
LaFayette, GA — April 11, 2015
Event Information
| Date | April 11, 2015 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | GAA15CA040 |
| Event ID | 20150414X13339 |
| Location | LaFayette, GA |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 34.60361, -85.45722 |
| Airport | HOGJOWL |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | TROM WAYNE |
| Model | VANS RV6A |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 1 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll in variable, gusting wind conditions, resulting in a runway excursion, and substantial damage to the airplane.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that during the landing roll in gusting, variable wind conditions, the airplane "suddenly" made a "strong" turn to the left. The airplane exited the runway to the left and the pilot applied left rudder to avoid hitting the windsock pole. The airplane entered tall grass, the nose wheel hit a hole, and the nose landing gear collapsed.
The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical anomalies with the engine or airframe that would have precluded normal operation. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the firewall and left wing during the accident.
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.