Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary WPR22LA185

Prineville, OR, USA

Aircraft #1

N811RF

FRAZIER ROBERT L RV-6A

Analysis

The pilot reported that, the airplane bounced while landing with a crosswind from the right. The airplane subsequently drifted left, exited the paved runway and collided with a tree. The fuselage and left wing were substantially damaged. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s improper landing flare which resulted in a bounced landing and loss of directional control.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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