STINSON 108-2
Martinsville, VA — November 30, 2023
Event Information
| Date | November 30, 2023 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ERA24LA052 |
| Event ID | 20231201193457 |
| Location | Martinsville, VA |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 36.63043, -80.01761 |
| Airport | BLUE RIDGE |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | STINSON |
| Model | 108-2 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 2 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during a wheel landing in crosswind conditions and the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action, which resulted in a ground loop on the runway.
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.