Czech Aircraft Works Spol Sro Sportscruiser
Lamar, CO — November 23, 2019
Event Information
| Date | November 23, 2019 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | GAA20CA092 |
| Event ID | 20191125X82535 |
| Location | Lamar, CO |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 38.06972, -102.68861 |
| Airport | Lamar Muni |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | Czech Aircraft Works Spol Sro |
| Model | Sportscruiser |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DUSK |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 1 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's distraction due to an open canopy during final approach, which resulted in a loss of altitude and ground impact short of the runway.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that, during approach the canopy opened, and he was distracted "because it was like a tornado in the plane." He attempted to hold the canopy closed and in the confusion the airplane impacted the ground short of the runway.
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the right wing.
According to FAA Aviation Safety Inspectors that examined the airplane after the accident, no mechanical malfunctions or anomalies were found with the canopy handle, latch, or the catch.
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.