Robert D Carr Jr Cavalon

Upper Lake, CA — August 4, 2020

Event Information

DateAugust 4, 2020
Event TypeACC
NTSB NumberWPR20CA253
Event ID20200804X43854
LocationUpper Lake, CA
CountryUSA
Coordinates39.16361, -122.88277
Highest InjurySERS

Aircraft

MakeRobert D Carr Jr
ModelCavalon
CategoryGYRO
FAR Part091
Aircraft DamageSUBS

Conditions

Light ConditionDAYL
WeatherVMC

Injuries

Fatal0
Serious2
Minor0
None0
Total Injured2

Event Location

Probable Cause

The pilot’s distraction and failure to maintain adequate airspeed during a low altitude maneuver, which resulted in a loss of aircraft control and collision with terrain.

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.

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