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Ellicott, Colorado

June 27, 2024 · NTSB CEN24LA244 · Desert Fox 1 (N10ZR)
Minor/None
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NTSB Narrative

The pilot's decision to takeoff with a quartering tailwind and high density altitude which resulted in a runway overrun. Contributing to the accident was the failure of the right main axle mount due to the poor weld.

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NTSB Findings

  • Environmental issues-Conditions/weather/phenomena-Temp/humidity/pressure-High density altitude-Effect on equipment
  • Personnel issues-Task performance-Inspection-Preflight inspection-Pilot
  • Aircraft-Aircraft systems-Landing gear system-Main gear strut/axle/truck-Failure

Details

NTSB ReportCEN24LA244
AircraftDesert Fox 1
RegistrationN10ZR
DamageSUBS
FAR Part091
Location38.8740, -104.4089
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