NONE · Weinberg RV-6 · 2009-04-26 · Sparks, NV, USA
Event
NTSB number
WPR09LA218
Event ID
20090427X32411
Type
Accident
Date
2009-04-26
Location
Sparks, NV, USA
Coordinates
39.871944, -119.700836
Injuries
Highest injury
NONE
Fatal
0
Serious
0
Minor
0
Uninjured
1
Total aboard
1
Aircraft
Make
Weinberg
Model
RV-6
Registration
N690V
FAR Part
091
Engines
1
Damage
SUBS
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
The pilot's failure to follow the pre-takeoff checklist that resulted in the canopy opening during takeoff, which created a distraction, and his failure to maintain aircraft control during landing.