DAN JELINEK BACKCOUNTRY SUPERCUB
Douglas, WY — June 11, 2018
Event Information
| Date | June 11, 2018 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | GAA18CA379 |
| Event ID | 20180626X43822 |
| Location | Douglas, WY |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 42.74472, -105.40334 |
| Airport | Private |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | DAN JELINEK |
| Model | BACKCOUNTRY SUPERCUB |
| 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 overcorrection with rudder during takeoff, which resulted in a loss of directional control.
Full Narrative
The pilot of the tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that, during takeoff on a private, grass airstrip, the trim was not correctly adjusted. The airplane became airborne prematurely and then settled back onto the airstrip. The pilot applied too much right rudder and brake and the airplane veered to the right. The airplane ground looped to the left and the right wing impacted the ground.
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the right wing.
The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions 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.