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NYC96LA099

Completed

Elves Rotorway exec90· N162AK

Date
May 5, 1996
Location
Somerset, PA
Conditions
VMC
Record
Completed

Primary finding

Probable cause

the kit manufacturer's inadequate design of a throttle bushing, which resulted in insufficient clearance after the bushing became heated, restricted throttle movement, lack of engine response, hard landing, gear (skid) collapse, and rollover.

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