TOMPKINS TANDEM ROCKET
Lemars, IA — September 25, 2011
Event Information
| Date | September 25, 2011 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN11CA667 |
| Event ID | 20110927X94357 |
| Location | Lemars, IA |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 42.77778, -96.19361 |
| Airport | Le Mars Municipal Airport |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
Aircraft
| Make | TOMPKINS |
| Model | TANDEM ROCKET |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 1 |
| None | 0 |
| Total Injured | 1 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control while maneuvering.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that as the airplane was climbing he started a turn and experienced slow aileron response. He stated that he encountered a gust of wind that lowered the left wing. He reduced engine power and the ailerons were still not responsive. He added engine power and attempted to level the airplane. The pilot said that he was unable to get the airplane out of an unrecognized stall and flew the airplane into the ground where it's fuselage sustained substantial damage. The pilot indicated that there were no mechanical malfunctions with the airplane during the flight. The pilot reported that his last flight review was conducted in February 2006.
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.