Piper J4
Forest, VA — November 30, 2018
Event Information
| Date | November 30, 2018 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | GAA19CA089 |
| Event ID | 20181208X92203 |
| Location | Forest, VA |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 37.27111, -79.33556 |
| Airport | NEW LONDON |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | Piper |
| Model | J4 |
| 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 student pilot's improper landing flare and subsequent failure to maintain directional control during landing.
Full Narrative
The solo student pilot of the tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that, during final approach to land, he realized he was too high and performed a forward slip. During touchdown, the airplane bounced twice and veered to the right. The airplane ground looped to the right, exited the runway, and the right main landing gear struck a guard rail.
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the right wing lift strut.
The student 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.