1 fatal · Windler Tri Q2 · 2006-09-22 · Branson, MO, USA
Event
NTSB number
CHI06LA268
Event ID
20060929X01429
Type
Accident
Date
2006-09-22
Location
Branson, MO, USA
Coordinates
36.625831, -93.228889
Injuries
Highest injury
FATL
Fatal
1
Serious
0
Minor
0
Uninjured
0
Total aboard
1
Aircraft
Make
Windler
Model
Tri Q2
Registration
N6628K
FAR Part
091
Engines
1
Damage
DEST
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
Fatigue failure, originating in an area of surface corrosion, of the right elevator mid span hinge pin and the subsequent failure of the elevator torque tube. Additional causes are the separation of the elevator from the airframe due to the hinge pin and torque tube failures, and the pilot's inability to maintain control of the airplane after separation of the control surface.