GIORGIO ANTHONY J RV4
Torrance, CA — January 1, 2011
Event Information
| Date | January 1, 2011 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | WPR11CA086 |
| Event ID | 20110104X74041 |
| Location | Torrance, CA |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 33.80333, -118.33945 |
| Airport | Zamperini Field Airport |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | GIORGIO ANTHONY J |
| Model | RV4 |
| 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 inadequate landing flare that resulted in a hard landing and a ground loop.
Full Narrative
The pilot/owner of the tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that during landing the left main gear collapsed resulting in a ground loop. The pilot stated to a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) inspector that after landing the airplane seemed to oscillate then it pulled to the right, resulting in a ground loop into the grass on the right side of the runway. He also stated he was not used to carrying a passenger in the rear seat. The FAA inspector examined the airplane and noted damage to the engine and strut mount assembly that was consistent with a hard landing.
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.