REPUBLIC RC-3
Coolin, ID — June 28, 2025
Event Information
| Date | June 28, 2025 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | WPR25LA198 |
| Event ID | 20250707200468 |
| Location | Coolin, ID |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 48.72502, -116.84229 |
| Airport | TANGLEFOOT |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | REPUBLIC |
| Model | RC-3 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 2 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane and exceedance of the critical angle of attack during takeoff in windy conditions which resulted in a subsequent hard landing.
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.