Probable cause
The pilots encounter with a shifting winds during takeoff, which resulted in a loss of control and runway excursion.
NTSB analysis
The pilot stated that during takeoff he encountered a crosswind that shifted to a tailwind. The airplane veered left and exited the side of the runway. Both wings sustained substantial damage. The pilot reported there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Text from the NTSB. Open the NTSB docket for ANC24LA070 for the full record.
Event
- Date
- Jul 27, 2024
- Type
- Accident
- Place
- Carter, Wyoming
- Nearest airport
- Fort Bridger (FBR)
- Highest injury
- None
- Weather
- Visual (VMC)
- Light
- Day
Amateur-built SUPER RV8
- N-number
- N854
- Category
- Airplane
- Year built
- 2002
- Damage
- Substantial
- Operating rule
- Part 91 (general aviation)
- Purpose of flight
- Personal
From the NTSB aviation accident database: N-registered aircraft, events since 2008, data through Oct 28, 2026. The file is published monthly, so the latest weeks are incomplete and recent records can change. The official source is the NTSB aviation investigation search. CheckAero is independent and not affiliated with the NTSB.