ERCOUPE 415-CD
Newaygo, MI — January 30, 2011
Event Information
| Date | January 30, 2011 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN11CA191 |
| Event ID | 20110215X10647 |
| Location | Newaygo, MI |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 43.38055, -85.77805 |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | ERCOUPE |
| Model | 415-CD |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 1 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's loss of directional control during takeoff from a frozen lake.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that he was departing a plowed "airstrip" on an ice covered lake. During the takeoff roll, the airplane veered to the left and the left wheel hit a snow bank on the left side of the airstrip. The airplane nosed over which resulted in substantial damage to the wings and empennage. The pilot reported that there was no mechanical malfunction or failure.
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.