Incident Overview
On May 1, 2025, about 1030 mountain standard time, an experimental amateur-built Long EZE, registered as N433EZ, was substantially damaged during a landing accident near Tucson, Arizona. The pilot, who was the sole occupant, reported no injuries. The flight was conducted as a personal flight under Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91.
Flight Details
The pilot departed from Ryan Field Airport (RYN) in Tucson and flew to Marana Regional Airport (AVQ) in Marana, Arizona, where a low approach was performed. Subsequently, the pilot returned to RYN for a full stop landing on runway 6R.
Accident Narrative
According to the pilot, during the landing roll, the left brake failed. The airplane then veered to the right and exited the runway. As it departed the paved surface, the left canard struck a runway sign, causing substantial damage to the canard. The aircraft came to rest approximately 20 feet off the right side of the runway.
Damage and Aftermath
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left canard as a result of the impact with the runway sign. The aircraft was secured at the scene for further examination.