Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary WPR14CA275

Payette, ID, USA

Aircraft #1

N190DH

HOFFMAN DAVID K HOFFMAN BMW AIRTRIKE

Analysis

Same as Factual Information

Factual Information

During a practice approach, the pilot attempted a go-around. While initiating the climb, the trike's left wing suddenly dropped and struck the ground. The trike subsequently cartwheeled and came to rest inverted which resulted in substantial damage to the fuselage and wing. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunction or failure with the trike that would have precluded normal operation.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during the go-around which resulted in a stall.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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