# NTSB Accident GAA16CA088
> **DAY WILLIAM L MINICOUPE** · 2015-12-20 · Middle River, MD, USA · NONE
## Event
- **NTSB number:** GAA16CA088
- **Event ID:** 20151223X04734
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2015-12-20
- **Location:** Middle River, MD, USA
- **Coordinates:** 39.323612, -76.411666
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** NONE
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 1
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** DAY WILLIAM L
- **Model:** MINICOUPE
- **Registration:** N853WD
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's incorrect installation of the rudder horn and failure to properly inspect the installation, which led to a loss of directional control during takeoff.

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