On 22 Feb 2017, a STUMP GREAT LAKES 2T 1A E was involved in an aviation accident near Monongahela, PA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll with crosswind conditions. This summary draws on records from NTSB.
A tailwheel-equipped airplane ground looped during landing, resulting in substantial damage to the right wing. No preaccident mechanical failures were reported.
Accident Overview
A pilot of a tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that during the landing, the airplane veered to the right and then to the left. After correcting the veer to the right, the pilot stated that he "didn't get on it quick enough to stop the turn." The airplane continued to the left and entered a ground loop.
Pilot Report
The pilot indicated that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Weather Conditions
At the time of the accident, the automated weather observation station at the airport reported wind from 190° at 6 knots. The pilot landed on runway 26.
Aircraft Damage
A postaccident examination revealed that the airplane sustained substantial damage to the right wing.
Contributing factors
Causes
Directional control — Not attained/maintainedPilot