AERONCA 7AC
Fowlerville, MI — November 17, 2015
Event Information
| Date | November 17, 2015 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | GAA16CA054 |
| Event ID | 20151119X24130 |
| Location | Fowlerville, MI |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 42.71861, -84.06223 |
| Airport | MAPLE GROVE |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | AERONCA |
| Model | 7AC |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 1 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain pitch control during the takeoff roll, which resulted in an impact with terrain.
Full Narrative
The pilot of the tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that, while practicing landings in gusty wind conditions, the airplane inadvertently became airborne during the takeoff roll, the airplane descended back to the runway, and impacted terrain.
The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine 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.