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N815SL accident description

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Crash location 42.297222°N, 89.138055°W
Nearest city Rockford, IL
42.248354°N, 89.074272°W
4.7 miles away
Tail number N815SL
Accident date 12 Sep 2010
Aircraft type Lewis Brandon Scott Exterminator
Additional details: None

NTSB Factual Report

The pilot of the gyrocopter was practicing takeoffs and landings when the accident occurred. He stated that he made 12 takeoffs, lifting off to a height 5 to 10 feet above the runway then touching back down prior to the accident flight. The pilot stated that on the last takeoff, the gyrocopter turned sideways and the momentum of the rotor blades resulted in the gyrocopter rolling onto its side. This resulted in substantial damage to the main rotor blades and left horizontal stabilizer when they contacted the ground. The pilot reported there were no mechanical problems with the gyrocopter.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot's failure to maintain control of the gyrocopter while practicing takeoffs and landings.

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