SAWBY SCOTT RV-6A
Richland, WA — April 17, 2022
Event Information
| Date | April 17, 2022 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | WPR22LA156 |
| Event ID | 20220418104958 |
| Location | Richland, WA |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 46.30598, -119.30361 |
| Airport | Richland Airport |
| Highest Injury | SERS |
Aircraft
| Make | SAWBY SCOTT |
| Model | RV-6A |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 1 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 1 |
| Total Injured | 1 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff ground roll.
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.