The experienced fixed-wing pilot, who had 16 flight hours in weight-shift-control aircraft, stated he was conducting touch-and-go landings at the airport in Bristol, Wisconsin, during his first solo flight in the AIRBORNE XT912 when a sink rate developed in the landing flare.
He said negative inference occurred from his fixed-wing experience and he pulled back on the control tube instead of pushing forward.
The aircraft nosed into the runway, substantially damaging both wing spars. The pilot sustained minor injuries in the crash.
Probable Cause: The pilot’s incorrect flight control input during the landing flare, which resulted in an impact with the ground.
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This June 2020 accident report is provided by the National Transportation Safety Board. Published as an educational tool, it is intended to help pilots learn from the misfortunes of others.
