STRCASB Identification: STT003F029 . (with images)
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STRCASB Identification: STT003F029 . (with images)
STRCASB Identification: STT003F029 . The docket is stored on visioneer_one's ancient Powerbook 
Accident occurred : Sunday, July 27, 2003 at ST. THOMAS, VI
Aircraft : Great Planes 'Giles 202'
Engine : OS 1.60FX
Pilot: "visioneer_one"
Injuries: Multiple, severe..
On July 27, at approximately 1430 Atlantic standard time, a Great Planes Giles 202 nonregistered homebuilt airplane, was damaged following impact with terrain in St. Thomas, VI. The private pilot was not injured. The owner/pilot was operating the airplane under Title 14 CFR Part 103. Visual meteorological conditions with winds in excess of 10 knots prevailed for the personal flight that originated from Simón Pierre Field approximately 9 minutes before the accident. No flight plan had been filed.
The aircraft was low, rolling to knifeedge and nose-high (at mid-field; altitude estimated at under 30 feet) after a short takeoff run when the engine unexpectedly flamed out. The pilot declared mayday to Grassy Field TWR and attempted a short landing, but had insufficient altitude and airspeed. The plane impacted the ground heavily, terminating the flight. The aircraft's fuselage sustained significant damage to the nose and tail, the wing was crushed in several places, and the landing gear plate was torn out.
Addendum : Upon examination it was observed that the pressure line running the engine's external fuel pump had cracked and split right near the engine's pressure port.
The St. Thomas R/C Association Safety Board determines the probable cause(s) of this accident as follows:
ALTITUDE..INADEQUATE..PILOT IN COMMAND
AIRSPEED..INADEQUATE..PILOT IN COMMAND
Contributing Factors
NO FUEL PRESSURE
Accident occurred : Sunday, July 27, 2003 at ST. THOMAS, VI
Aircraft : Great Planes 'Giles 202'
Engine : OS 1.60FX
Pilot: "visioneer_one"
Injuries: Multiple, severe..
On July 27, at approximately 1430 Atlantic standard time, a Great Planes Giles 202 nonregistered homebuilt airplane, was damaged following impact with terrain in St. Thomas, VI. The private pilot was not injured. The owner/pilot was operating the airplane under Title 14 CFR Part 103. Visual meteorological conditions with winds in excess of 10 knots prevailed for the personal flight that originated from Simón Pierre Field approximately 9 minutes before the accident. No flight plan had been filed.
The aircraft was low, rolling to knifeedge and nose-high (at mid-field; altitude estimated at under 30 feet) after a short takeoff run when the engine unexpectedly flamed out. The pilot declared mayday to Grassy Field TWR and attempted a short landing, but had insufficient altitude and airspeed. The plane impacted the ground heavily, terminating the flight. The aircraft's fuselage sustained significant damage to the nose and tail, the wing was crushed in several places, and the landing gear plate was torn out.
Addendum : Upon examination it was observed that the pressure line running the engine's external fuel pump had cracked and split right near the engine's pressure port.
The St. Thomas R/C Association Safety Board determines the probable cause(s) of this accident as follows:
ALTITUDE..INADEQUATE..PILOT IN COMMAND
AIRSPEED..INADEQUATE..PILOT IN COMMAND
Contributing Factors
NO FUEL PRESSURE
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STRCASB Identification: STT003F029 . (with images)
I would consider it an honor to say I crashed in the Virgin Islands, Im stuck here in this miserable dust bowl called Utah. Get it fixed and post more photos especially of your flying site. MJS
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Crashing in St. Thomas
As a club member who has crashed on several fields around the nation, I can say that nothing beats crashing in St. Thomas!....full crash investigation board, lot's of support (heheh) from the other members, and one member who scavenges the wreakage in a valiant attempt to turn the worst disaster into a rebuilt aircraft. Can't beat the weather or the Rum and tonics post flying!....4 crashes in the last 24 months in St. Thomas and still grinning....BigD
