Small Aircraft
Flight Crew Private; Flight Crew Instrument
Flight Crew Last 90 Days 3.8; Flight Crew Total 196.1; Flight Crew Type 114.9
Situational Awareness
Conflict NMAC
General None Reported / Taken
Human Factors
While doing touch and go's in the pattern Aircraft Y was on downwind as I came into the crosswind. I did not have a visual on Aircraft Y as I turned downwind. I was under the impression I gave Aircraft Y enough time for him to at least be mid-field. I overtook Aircraft Y roughly 200 feet above while turning downwind. I did not take into consideration how tight I was flying the pattern and the speed difference between the two aircraft. No damage. Just a close call. I will be more aware of my surroundings when doing pattern work in the future and allow for more spacing and time in between turns.
GA pilot reported an NMAC in the pattern at VDF airport.