Harry Crosby (Vans) RV-6

Byron, CA — May 18, 2021

Event Information

DateMay 18, 2021
Event TypeACC
NTSB NumberWPR21LA199
Event ID20210518103105
LocationByron, CA
CountryUSA
Coordinates37.82844, -121.62583
AirportBYRON
Highest InjuryMINR

Aircraft

MakeHarry Crosby (Vans)
ModelRV-6
CategoryAIR
FAR Part091
Aircraft DamageSUBS

Conditions

Light ConditionDAYL
WeatherVMC

Injuries

Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
None0
Total Injured1

Event Location

Probable Cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during takeoff while operating in gusting wind conditions, which resulted in a runway excursion and subsequent 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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