MCCAA ROBERT T AVID/KITFOX FLYER
Oakland, PA — September 28, 2025
Event Information
| Date | September 28, 2025 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ERA25LA379 |
| Event ID | 20251010201831 |
| Location | Oakland, PA |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 40.32271, -78.84127 |
| Airport | JOHN MURTHA JOHNSTOWN/CAMBRIA |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | MCCAA ROBERT T |
| Model | AVID/KITFOX FLYER |
| 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/owner’s failure to accurately determine the airplane’s weight and performance limitations before initiating the takeoff. Contributing to the outcome was the flight instructor’s improper engine power management and landing flare, which resulted in a 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.