gmcjetpilot
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I noticed many RV accidents involve pilots in their late 50's or 60's or much older. This Gentleman was 90 and still flying. I have no idea if his age was a factor and his medical status. He held a 3rd class medical and was fairly current. It may have been an engine issue on takeoff according to witness. (NOTE: engine Mattituck TMXOF-360, was a FADC engine. One module was recovered and may bring light to the possible power issue.)
http://www.kathrynsreport.com/2019/05/vans-rv-6a-n596jb-fatal-accident.html
https://www.chillicothegazette.com/...an-killed-ross-county-plane-crash/3731751002/
I am not bashing "senior citizen" pilots by a long shot, but when should a pilot hang it up. Typically inability to get a medical is a reason. With age even if you can get a 3rd class medical, your reflexes slow and chance of medical issue in flight increases. I suspect many of the RV accidents with older pilots are due to the fact pilots who can afford a plane and have time to fly are older or retired. I hope we are all healthy and still able to fly at 90 btw...
http://www.kathrynsreport.com/2019/05/vans-rv-6a-n596jb-fatal-accident.html
https://www.chillicothegazette.com/...an-killed-ross-county-plane-crash/3731751002/
I am not bashing "senior citizen" pilots by a long shot, but when should a pilot hang it up. Typically inability to get a medical is a reason. With age even if you can get a 3rd class medical, your reflexes slow and chance of medical issue in flight increases. I suspect many of the RV accidents with older pilots are due to the fact pilots who can afford a plane and have time to fly are older or retired. I hope we are all healthy and still able to fly at 90 btw...
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