Accident Overview
On October 3, 2024, about 1130 Pacific daylight time, a Taylor J-2 airplane, registered as N19252, was substantially damaged when it crashed near Roseburg, Oregon. The pilot was fatally injured. The flight was conducted as a personal flight under Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91.
Witness Observations
Witnesses at George Felt Airport (5S1) in Roseburg reported seeing the airplane climb out after following an approach to runway 10. The airplane remained in the traffic pattern for the same runway. According to witnesses, the airplane appeared to be at a normal attitude during touchdown but bounced, prompting the pilot to initiate a go-around. During the go-around, witnesses heard an increase in engine power and observed the airplane in a slight right bank. Shortly thereafter, the airplane struck the top of a tree located to the right of the runway.
Wreckage Examination
Examination of the accident site revealed that the tree identified as the initial impact area contained fragments of the wooden propeller. The airplane came to rest on its left side about 300 feet from the initial impact point on a heading of approximately 143°. All major components of the airplane were located at the accident site. The wreckage was recovered to a secure facility for further examination.