Accident Details
On June 22, 2019, at about 1725 eastern daylight time, an unregistered Quicksilver Sport 2S light sport airplane impacted terrain shortly after departing a private residence near Barnesville, Ohio. The pilot sustained serious injuries and the airplane was substantially damaged. The aircraft was owned and operated by a private individual under Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 as a personal flight. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed at the time of the accident.
Witness Observations
A witness recorded a video of the accident sequence. The video showed the airplane taking off from a grass airstrip. As the airplane departed the runway surface, it initiated a left turn. The bank angle continued to increase as the airplane moved out of the camera frame. The airplane was out of view when it impacted terrain. The engine was heard throughout the entire accident sequence, with no changes in engine power noted.
Background and Certification Status
According to the responding FAA inspector, the pilot had purchased the airplane, later identified as a Quicksilver Sport 2S, during the fall of 2018. The dealer assisted in assembling the airplane, and the pilot was required to complete the certification and registration process. However, there was no record that the pilot applied for an airworthiness certificate or registration certificates. The airplane was not marked with a registration number.
The pilot reported having no memory of the accident.
Pilot Information
A review of FAA records indicated that the pilot held a private pilot certificate with a rating for airplane single-engine land. The pilot did not have a current class medical certificate on file, but may have been eligible under sport pilot medical rules.
Wreckage Examination
Examination of the wreckage revealed substantial damage to the fuselage and wings. Flight control continuity to the control surfaces was confirmed. The fuel tank contained only residual fuel; however, the fuel lines to the tank were broken during the accident sequence.