CHAMPION 7ECA
San Diego, CA — November 14, 2014
Event Information
| Date | November 14, 2014 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | WPR15CA041 |
| Event ID | 20141114X02733 |
| Location | San Diego, CA |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 32.81583, -117.13944 |
| Airport | MONTGOMERY FIELD |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | CHAMPION |
| Model | 7ECA |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 2 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during takeoff roll.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that during the takeoff roll in a tailwheel equipped airplane, he inadvertently actuated the left brake when his left foot became entangled within the rudder pedal and control cable. The pilot stated that he then lost control of the airplane and subsequently groundlooped, which resulted in structural damage to the fuselage. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
About This NTSB Record
This aviation event was investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). NTSB investigates all U.S. civil aviation accidents to determine probable cause and issue safety recommendations to prevent future accidents.