PIPER J3C
Park Rapids, MN, January 9, 2024
Event Information
| Date | January 9, 2024 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| Location | Park Rapids, MN |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 47.04480, -95.11831 |
| Airport | SKY MANOR AERO ESTATES |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
| NTSB Number | CEN24LA087 |
| Event ID | 20240111193640 |
Aircraft
| Make | PIPER |
| Model | J3C |
| Registration # | N1401V |
| Operator | None |
| 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 directional control and terrain clearance during initial climb, that resulted in an impact with trees and terrain.
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.