Stolp Starduster ACRODUSTER II SA750
Senoia, GA — March 7, 2020
Event Information
| Date | March 7, 2020 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ERA20CA128 |
| Event ID | 20200309X82227 |
| Location | Senoia, GA |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 33.28333, -84.53889 |
| Airport | Big 'T' |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
Aircraft
| Make | Stolp Starduster |
| Model | ACRODUSTER II SA750 |
| 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 pilot's failure to see and avoid trees while maneuvering at low altitude, which resulted in a loss of airplane control.
Full Narrative
According to local law enforcement, the pilot reported that, while performing aerial stunts for a local children's party. The airplane struck a tree and he lost control of the airplane. He was able to maneuver the airplane across the street before striking another tree and impacting terrain. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage, both wings and the empennage. A Federal Aviation Administrator inspector who examined the airplane after the accident confirmed flight control continuity and reported no anomalies with the flight controls.The pilot did not submit an NTSB Form 6120.1 Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident/Incident Report or any other statement describing the circumstances surrounding the accident.
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.