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November 9, 2022 · NTSB CEN23LA032 · MULHOLLAND ROBERT A VANS RV-7 (N771RG)
Minor/None
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NTSB Narrative

An encounter with windshear during the initial climb after takeoff, which resulted in a loss of control. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s improper decision to takeoff with a tailwind.

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NTSB Findings

  • Environmental issues-Conditions/weather/phenomena-Wind-Windshear-Effect on operation
  • Personnel issues-Action/decision-Info processing/decision-Decision making/judgment-Pilot
  • Environmental issues-Conditions/weather/phenomena-Wind-Tailwind-Contributed to outcome

Details

NTSB ReportCEN23LA032
AircraftMULHOLLAND ROBERT A VANS RV-7
RegistrationN771RG
DamageSUBS
FAR Part091
Location39.5711, -104.8416
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