CHAMPION AERONCA 7AC

Estherwood, LA — April 19, 2025

Event Information

DateApril 19, 2025
Event TypeACC
NTSB NumberCEN25LA161
Event ID20250421200040
LocationEstherwood, LA
CountryUSA
Coordinates30.12663, -92.44678
AirportPrivate
Highest InjuryNONE

Aircraft

MakeCHAMPION
ModelAERONCA 7AC
CategoryAIR
FAR Part091
Aircraft DamageSUBS

Conditions

Light ConditionDAYL
WeatherVMC

Injuries

Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
None1
Total Injured0

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.

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