WATSON DAVID E SKYBOLT
Carson City, NV — May 4, 2015
Event Information
| Date | May 4, 2015 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | GAA15CA060 |
| Event ID | 20150505X75849 |
| Location | Carson City, NV |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 39.19222, -119.73250 |
| Airport | Carson City Airport |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | WATSON DAVID E |
| Model | SKYBOLT |
| 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 of the airplane during takeoff, resulting in substantial damage to the airplane.
Full Narrative
The pilot landing the tailwheel-equipped biplane reported he was unable to correct for winds after touchdown and decided to abort the landing. During takeoff the biplane's left lower wing struck a taxiway sign. A Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Air Safety Inspector performed a subsequent examination of the biplane, and documented and photographed substantial damage to the bottom left wing spar. The pilot reported no pre-impact mechanical malfunctions or failures 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.