Probable cause
The uncertificated pilot's loss of control while maneuvering at low altitude.
NTSB analysis
Witnesses stated the airplane made a steep turn at low altitude, followed by a rapid descent and ground impact. The uncertificated pilot was seriously injured and did not recall any of the accident sequence, due to head trauma. Examination of the airframe and engine by Federal Aviation Administration personnel revealed no evidence of mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.
Text from the NTSB. Open the NTSB docket for CEN14CA317 for the full record.
Event
- Date
- Jun 19, 2014
- Type
- Accident
- Place
- Watertown, South Dakota
- Highest injury
- Serious
- Serious injuries
- 1
- Weather
- Visual (VMC)
- Light
- Day
Quicksilver Enterprises Inc MXL II SPORT
- N-number
- N4474P
- Category
- Airplane
- Damage
- Substantial
- Operating rule
- Part 91 (general aviation)
- Purpose of flight
- Personal
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