ASN Wikibase Occurrence # 286453
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| Date: | Sunday 25 October 2009 |
| Time: | 12:30 LT |
| Type: |  Christen Eagle II |
| Owner/operator: | Private |
| Registration: | N78E |
| MSN: | 0001 |
| Engine model: | Lycoming AEIO-360 |
| Fatalities: | Fatalities: 0 / Occupants: 1 |
| Aircraft damage: | Substantial |
| Category: | Accident |
| Location: | Athens, Kentucky -
 United States of America
|
| Phase: | Take off |
| Nature: | Private |
| Departure airport: | Athens, KY (N/A) |
| Falmouth, KY (K62) | |
| Investigating agency: | NTSB |
| Confidence Rating: |  Accident investigation report completed and information captured |
The pilot stated that during takeoff from the turf runway, he became airborne at "lower than normal" airspeed. The pilot lowered the airplane's nose to gain airspeed, and the airplane's main landing gear contacted the ground. He reported hearing a "metallic sound" and "suspected damage to the right wheel pant." The pilot proceeded with the takeoff, and chose to circle the airport and land to inspect the damage. According to the pilot, the approach to landing was normal and the touchdown was "firm but within normal range." Upon touchdown, both left and right main gear collapsed, and the airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage and wings. A Federal Aviation Administration inspector who examined the airplane after the accident reported identifying no mechanical malfunctions.
Probable Cause: The pilot's improper liftoff, resulting in a collision with the ground during climbout.
Accident investigation:
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Sources:
NTSB ERA10CA033
Location
Revision history:
| Date/time | Contributor | Updates |
|---|---|---|
| 03-Oct-2022 11:00 | ASN Update Bot | Added |
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