PIPER J-3
Parker, CO — May 27, 2010
Event Information
| Date | May 27, 2010 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN10CA263 |
| Event ID | 20100524X54520 |
| Location | Parker, CO |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 39.52389, -104.65778 |
| Airport | Everitt Airport |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | PIPER |
| Model | J-3 |
| 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 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane while landing in gusting winds.
Full Narrative
The private pilot and her husband, who was also a private pilot, were attempting to land their single-engine airplane at a private grass strip in gusting wind conditions. The husband, who was flying the airplane, made an approach to runway 18, but elected to go around. While climbing out, a gust of wind caught the right wing and tipped the airplane up. The pilot was unable to maintain altitude and the right wing struck an embankment and the landing gear broke off. Both pilots reported that there were no premishap mechanical deficiencies. The wind at the time of the accident was reported to be out of the south at 17 knots, gusting to 25 knots.
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.