# NTSB Accident ERA11CA471
> **PAYNE/FOSTER GLASAIR** · 2011-08-24 · Ocala, FL, USA · NONE
## Event
- **NTSB number:** ERA11CA471
- **Event ID:** 20110824X93256
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2011-08-24
- **Location:** Ocala, FL, USA
- **Coordinates:** 29.169721, -82.221107
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** NONE
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 1
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** PAYNE/FOSTER
- **Model:** GLASAIR
- **Registration:** N250CH
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The failure of the tailwheel locking mechanism to remain engaged while landing in a crosswind, which resulted in a loss of directional control and runway excursion.

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