Six Chuter SR7 Skye Ryder
Sarcoxie, MO — September 24, 2010
Event Information
| Date | September 24, 2010 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN10CA570 |
| Event ID | 20100928X21707 |
| Location | Sarcoxie, MO |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 37.11333, -94.06361 |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
Aircraft
| Make | Six Chuter |
| Model | SR7 Skye Ryder |
| Category | PPAR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 2 |
| None | 0 |
| Total Injured | 2 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The non-rated pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during landing.
Full Narrative
After performing maintenance to the unregistered powered parachute, the non-rated pilot decided to fly the aircraft in the traffic pattern at a private airstrip. After completing a flight for approximately 20 minutes, the pilot attempted another flight with a passenger. During landing, the pilot stated the aircraft's rear landing gear touched down and the aircraft encountered a "gust of wind." Subsequently, the aircraft became airborne again and encountered power lines and a power pole approximately 30 feet above ground level adjacent to the runway. The aircraft impacted terrain and came to rest upright. Examination of the powered parachute showed substantial damage to the fuselage. The pilot reported no mechanical problems with the aircraft prior to the accident.
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.