On June 24, 1999, a Champion 7GCBC (registration N5149X) was involved in an aviation accident near Anchorage, AK. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot applied too much back pressure and stalled the airplane. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A private pilot practicing touch and go landings reported that the airplane stalled and bounced short of the runway after the wind quit and he applied too much back pressure.
Accident Details
The certificated private pilot was practicing touch and go landings. During the fifth approach, while on short final with a left crosswind, the pilot observed that the wind suddenly quit and the airplane began to sink. He acknowledged that he may have let his airspeed get too low at that time. In an attempt to recover, the pilot applied full power and full back pressure on the elevator control. This resulted in a stall of the left wing, and the airplane bounced approximately 30 feet short of the runway. The airplane came to rest at the approach end of the runway.
Pilot Statement
The pilot stated, "I applied too much back pressure and stalled it." He also reported that there were no preaccident mechanical anomalies with the airplane.
Damage Assessment
The airplane received substantial damage to the wings.
Meteorological Conditions
Wind conditions at the time of the accident were reported as light and variable.
Probable cause
The pilot applied too much back pressure and stalled the airplane.