EVEKTOR-AEROTECHNIK AS SPORTSTAR PLUS
Lancaster, PA — July 2, 2012
Event Information
| Date | July 2, 2012 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ERA12CA443 |
| Event ID | 20120712X30058 |
| Location | Lancaster, PA |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 40.12222, -76.29444 |
| Airport | Lancaster Airport |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | EVEKTOR-AEROTECHNIK AS |
| Model | SPORTSTAR PLUS |
| 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 attempt to secure an open canopy during takeoff, which resulted in a loss of control and subsequent hard landing.
Full Narrative
The pilot initiated a takeoff and as the airplane became airborne, the canopy opened. The pilot attempted to close the canopy and lost control of the airplane. The airplane landed hard on the runway causing substantial damage to the airframe. The pilot stated he failed to secure the canopy before takeoff and there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operations.
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.