NONE · Taylorcraft DCO-65 · 1997-06-21 · CHARLESTON, WV, USA
Event
NTSB number
NYC97LA146
Event ID
20001208X08237
Type
Accident
Date
1997-06-21
Location
CHARLESTON, WV, USA
Coordinates
38.389297, -81.599624
Injuries
Highest injury
NONE
Fatal
0
Serious
0
Minor
0
Uninjured
1
Total aboard
1
Aircraft
Make
Taylorcraft
Model
DCO-65
Registration
N47282
FAR Part
091
Engines
1
Damage
SUBS
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
the pilot's inadequate compensation for unfavorable (variable) wind conditions, and his failure to maintain directional control of the airplane. The wind condition and proximity of a hangar were related factors.