MOYES BAILEY DRAGONFLY
Massey, MD — October 18, 2011
Event Information
| Date | October 18, 2011 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ERA12CA042 |
| Event ID | 20111019X60349 |
| Location | Massey, MD |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 39.29917, -75.79916 |
| Airport | Massey Aerodrome |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
Aircraft
| Make | MOYES BAILEY |
| Model | DRAGONFLY |
| 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 did not maintain airspeed during approach to landing, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
Full Narrative
The pilot stated that this was his first time flying the light sport airplane and just completed the first landing. He was getting familiarized with the airplane’s flight and landing characteristics. On the second landing, he permitted the airspeed low and the airplane stalled just prior to touchdown. A witness observed the airplane as it was approaching to land, its right wing dropped, impacting the ground. It then spun towards the right before the nose section impacted the ground; incurring substantial damage. The pilot stated there were no mechanical failures or malfunctions of the airplane or any of its systems 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.