WILLIAM D DURKEE RV-6
Tunica, MS — April 30, 2015
Event Information
| Date | April 30, 2015 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | GAA15CA056 |
| Event ID | 20150501X44241 |
| Location | Tunica, MS |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 34.67556, -90.34583 |
| Airport | TUNICA MUNI |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | WILLIAM D DURKEE |
| Model | RV-6 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 2 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll.
Full Narrative
During the takeoff roll on runway 35, the pilot stated he encountered a gust of wind that moved the tail of the tailwheel equipped airplane to the right. The airplane veered left and the pilot attempted to correct with right rudder but stated he did not apply enough. The right main landing gear collapsed during the event and the airplane departed the left side of the runway into the grass. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the right wing. Winds reported on the field near the time of the accident were 10 knots from 280 degrees.
The pilot reported no pre-impact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine 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.