Accident · 2009-05-23
What the record says
- Event date
- 2009-05-23
- Event type
- Accident
- Highest injury level
- Fatal injury
- Aircraft
- HAZELWOOD MICHAEL S RV-8 (N875MH)
- Operating rule
- Part 91
- Operator
- Michael Hazlewood Operator named in NTSB report
- Operated by (per NTSB report)
- Michael Hazlewood
Probable cause
The RV-8 pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from the CJ-6A while maneuvering. This report was modified on September 10, 2010.
Source: NTSB case ERA09LA302Flight crew
Certification and experience as recorded in the NTSB accident database for this event. The NTSB records these facts about the crew's flying history; GroundCheck shows them as filed, without names or identities.
| Role | Certificate | Instrument rating | Age | Medical | Flight hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pilot | Private | Airplane | 41 | Class 3 (2007-07-31) | 769 total |
| Pilot | Private | Airplane | 59 | Class 2 (2009-03-17) | 3,600 total |
Facts as the NTSB records them — GroundCheck adds no judgement. Preliminary records may be revised as the investigation proceeds.