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N591P accident description

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Crash location 35.700000°N, 101.394166°W
Nearest city Borger, TX
35.667820°N, 101.397388°W
2.2 miles away
Tail number N591P
Accident date 17 Feb 2017
Aircraft type Pitts Special S 1C
Additional details: None

NTSB Factual Report

The pilot reported that during the takeoff as the tailwheel lifted, the biplane veered "hard right" and exited the runway. He added that he "felt" he had enough speed to fly and attempted to lift off. Subsequently, the biplane struck a tree.

The biplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage and both wings.

The pilot reported that there were no pre-accident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the biplane during takeoff.

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