SIX CHUTER SR7

Winnie, TX — November 7, 2010

Event Information

DateNovember 7, 2010
Event TypeACC
LocationWinnie, TX
CountryUSA
Coordinates29.80417, -94.43111
AirportWinnie Stowell
Highest InjurySERS
NTSB NumberCEN11CA057
Event ID20101107X82831

Aircraft

MakeSIX CHUTER
ModelSR7
Registration #N95087
CategoryPPAR
FAR Part091
Aircraft DamageSUBS

Conditions

Light ConditionDAYL
WeatherVMC

Injuries

Fatal0
Serious2
Minor0
None0
Total Injured2

Event Location

Probable Cause

The collapse of the powered parachute's canopy on short final for undetermined reasons, resulting in a loss of lift.

Full Narrative

While on short final to land at the airport, the light-sport powered parachute's canopy collapsed resulting in a loss of lift and a hard landing. The uncertificated pilot and one passenger were seriously injured. An examination of the airframe and engine by a responding Federal Aviation Administration inspector did not reveal any pre-impact anomalies.

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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