Originally Posted by
Timbo
A few years ago in my area, there was a guy who bought an old Ercoupe , took a buddy for a joy ride, flew over the golf course and then did a 360 over his buddies house.
I don't know how hard he pulled in the turn, but he main spar broke (corrosion AD not complied with) and the wing snapped off. There were several witnesses on the golf course.
Notice this add talks about the AD and corrosion proofing.
Same deal with Bonanzas/T34As. The T34As were used by SkyWarriors out of Charlie Brown Field in Atlanta. I was a client in 92.
1999 NTSB Report:
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