CHAMPION AERONCA 7AC
Estherwood, LA — April 19, 2025
Event Information
| Date | April 19, 2025 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN25LA161 |
| Event ID | 20250421200040 |
| Location | Estherwood, LA |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 30.12663, -92.44678 |
| Airport | Private |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | CHAMPION |
| Model | AERONCA 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 non-certificated pilot’s failure to maintain altitude while maneuvering at low altitude that resulted in a descent and impact into 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.