NEAR WILLIAM J RV-7A

Weirsdale, FL — February 5, 2025

Event Information

DateFebruary 5, 2025
Event TypeACC
NTSB NumberERA25LA109
Event ID20250205199651
LocationWeirsdale, FL
CountryUSA
Coordinates28.96193, -81.89147
AirportLove Field Airport
Highest InjurySERS

Aircraft

MakeNEAR WILLIAM J
ModelRV-7A
CategoryAIR
FAR Part091
Aircraft DamageSUBS

Conditions

Light ConditionDAYL
WeatherVMC

Injuries

Fatal0
Serious1
Minor0
None0
Total Injured1

Probable Cause

The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing and subsequent nose over.

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.

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