Airframes Unlimited USA-1B
Surry, VA — September 7, 2008
Event Information
| Date | September 7, 2008 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | MIA08CA191 |
| Event ID | 20081003X42124 |
| Location | Surry, VA |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 37.04417, -76.78056 |
| Airport | Beaver Dam Airport |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | Airframes Unlimited |
| Model | USA-1B |
| Category | PPAR |
| 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 improper handling of the powered parachute during takeoff/initial climb.
Full Narrative
The pilot stated he started his take off roll on runway 27. The parachute canopy partially inflated with a right side end cell closure. The pilot stated, "he did not observe the tangled steering lines on the take off roll and failed to ensure that the parachute canopy was controllable". The powered parachute made a hard right turn at lift off, reached an altitude of about five feet, and the parachute canopy collapsed. The powered parachute impacted the runway hard and rolled over inverted. The airframe received structural damage. The pilot conducted an engine shut down and exited the powered parachute. The pilot stated there were no mechanical problems with the powered parachute.
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.