# NTSB Accident GAA18CA255
> **PPHU EKOLOT KR-030 TOPAZ** · 2018-05-05 · Dekalb, IL, USA · NONE
## Event
- **NTSB number:** GAA18CA255
- **Event ID:** 20180507X91432
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2018-05-05
- **Location:** Dekalb, IL, USA
- **Coordinates:** 41.928333, -88.707496
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** NONE
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 2
- **Total aboard:** 2
## Aircraft
- **Make:** PPHU EKOLOT
- **Model:** KR-030 TOPAZ
- **Registration:** N468KM
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot’s improper landing flare during gusting wind conditions, and the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action.

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