AMERICAN CHAMPION AIRCRAFT 7GCBC
Big Water, UT, May 1, 2026
Event Information
| Date | May 1, 2026 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| Location | Big Water, UT |
| Country | USA |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
| NTSB Number | WPR26LA174 |
| Event ID | 20260504202931 |
Aircraft
| Make | AMERICAN CHAMPION AIRCRAFT |
| Model | 7GCBC |
| Registration # | N400KB |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 1 |
| None | 0 |
| Total Injured | 1 |
Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed and exceedance of the airplanes critical angle of attack while maneuvering at a low altitude, which resulted in a subsequent stall and impact with trees during stall recovery.
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.