Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary WPR22LA187

Douglas, WY, USA

Aircraft #1

N829PW

TWENTY SECOND STREET LLC BACKCOUNTRY BOSS

Analysis

The pilot of the tailwheel equipped airplane reported that, during landing the airplane bounced, and he elected to go-around. Full power was applied, and a left turn was initiated, however climb performance was insufficient and resulted in a forced landing in a gravel pit. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the wing and fuselage.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s inadequate flare and subsequent loss of airplane control during landing.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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