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N684CT accident description

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Crash location 41.533334°N, 71.281945°W
Nearest city Newport, RI
41.490102°N, 71.312828°W
3.4 miles away
Tail number N684CT
Accident date 18 Apr 2015
Aircraft type Flight Design Gmbh Ctsw
Additional details: None

NTSB Factual Report

The pilot reported that about 700 feet into a landing roll, the left wing came up suddenly, and the airplane turned left. The airplane departed the runway to the left, flipped over, and subsequently sustained substantial damage to the left wing, right wing, and the empennage. The pilot stated he believes a left crosswind gust was present during the landing roll which resulted in a ground loop.

The pilot reported no pre-impact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing.

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