THORP T18
Lake Elmo, MN — July 6, 2025
Event Information
| Date | July 6, 2025 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN25LA246 |
| Event ID | 20250710200507 |
| Location | Lake Elmo, MN |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 44.99440, -92.85413 |
| Airport | LAKE ELMO |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | THORP |
| Model | T18 |
| 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 |
Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain obstacle clearance during the go-around, that resulted in the tailwheel impacting a taxiway sign, a subsequent loss of control due to the damaged tailwheel, and a runway excursion during the 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.