Cub Crafters CC11
Palmyra, PA — November 2, 2019
Event Information
| Date | November 2, 2019 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | GAA20CA057 |
| Event ID | 20191104X60116 |
| Location | Palmyra, PA |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 40.28667, -76.57694 |
| Airport | Reigle Field |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | Cub Crafters |
| Model | CC11 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 2 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Probable Cause
The pilot's improper landing flare, which resulted in a bounced landing, and his subsequent failure to maintain lateral control during a go-around, which resulted in impact with a tree.
Full Narrative
The pilot of the tailwheel equipped airplane reported that, while on final approach, the airplane was a little high, so he extended a notch of flaps. The airplane touched down slightly faster than normal and the airplane bounced. The pilot added power to maintain level flight, but a "strong and unexpected crosswind gust" pushed the airplane to the right. He initiated a go-around, but the airplane drifted to the right towards a row of trees at the end of the runway. The pilot attempted to maneuver the airplane around these obstacles, but the right wing struck a tree, the airplane descended and impacted terrain.
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing and fuselage.
The pilot reported that there were no mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
The pilot did not submit the NTSB Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident/Incident Report Form 6120.1.
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.