SERS · Glaser-Dirks DG-800B · 1998-06-21 · JEAN, NV, USA
Event
NTSB number
LAX98LA209
Event ID
20001211X10364
Type
Accident
Date
1998-06-21
Location
JEAN, NV, USA
Coordinates
35.749191, -115.529655
Injuries
Highest injury
SERS
Fatal
0
Serious
1
Minor
0
Uninjured
0
Total aboard
1
Aircraft
Make
Glaser-Dirks
Model
DG-800B
Registration
N98NL
FAR Part
091
Engines
1
Damage
SUBS
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
The disconnection of the elevator control attachment nut due to improper installation by the manufacturer, which resulted in the pilot's loss of control.