On October 3, 1988, an Aeronca 11AC (registration N9569E) operated by Wanda Philbrick was involved in an aviation accident near Barnstead, NH. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
While maneuvering for landing, the pilot of an Aeronca 11AC lost control and crashed into the second floor of a house after attempting a steep turn.
Accident Overview
The Aeronca 11AC was maneuvering downwind for landing when the pilot made a left turn toward the runway to tighten the pattern. While in close proximity to a house and the runway at a low altitude, the pilot elected to make a steep left 270-degree turn, opposite the downwind course.
Loss of Control
About halfway into the turn, the pilot lost control of the aircraft. The airplane stalled and subsequently crashed into the second floor of a house.
Aircraft and Location
The aircraft involved was an Aeronca 11AC. The accident occurred near a house and the runway during the landing approach. No further details about the location or the aircraft's condition are provided in the source.
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