HOLLOMAN L B/HOLLOMAN E M SONEX
Chapmansboro, TN — September 6, 2012
Event Information
| Date | September 6, 2012 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ERA12CA551 |
| Event ID | 20120907X14244 |
| Location | Chapmansboro, TN |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 36.32195, -87.15056 |
| Airport | Whifferdill Airport |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
Aircraft
| Make | HOLLOMAN L B/HOLLOMAN E M |
| Model | SONEX |
| 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 directional control during the takeoff initial climb.
Full Narrative
The pilot stated that the purpose of the flight was to conduct takeoffs and landings in the airport traffic pattern. Prior to initiating his departure, he confirmed the flight control and flap systems were operating normally. Just after takeoff, the airplane banked "hard" to the left, and the pilot applied full right rudder and aileron control inputs to correct. The pilot reduced engine power and leveled the wings, and the airplane subsequently impacted trees. During a telephone interview, the pilot reported there were no mechanical malfunctions or anomalies that would have precluded normal operation. According to a local weather observation facility, winds were reported as calm at the time of 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.