FOX JACK G MONG BIWIN
Thomasville, NC — November 2, 2008
Event Information
| Date | November 2, 2008 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ERA09CA040 |
| Event ID | 20081107X02232 |
| Location | Thomasville, NC |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 35.83028, -80.10750 |
| Airport | Hiatt Airport |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
Aircraft
| Make | FOX JACK G |
| Model | MONG BIWIN |
| 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 builder’s failure to set adequate propeller pitch during propeller installation.
Full Narrative
The pilot was making the first of a series of test flights for the new airplane. After engine run-ups and a high speed taxi run, the first takeoff was attempted. The airplane became airborne after a takeoff roll of 1,000 feet. At 30 feet AGL, the airplane would not climb higher or accelerate above 50 knots. Insufficient runway remained to land and the airplane impacted trees in a fully-stalled condition. The pilot reported there was no mechanical malfunction and the ground adjustable propeller was not set to allow the airplane to accelerate.
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.