What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2000-11-18 involved an Aeronca 7CCM-200, registration N4706E, operated by Donald R. Hall, at Corning, IA.

Loss of Control on Landing Leads to Runway Excursion and Impact with Terrain (N4706E)

On November 18, 2000, an Aeronca 7CCM-200 (registration N4706E) operated by Donald R. Hall was involved in an aviation accident near Corning, IA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot did not adequately compensate for the wind conditions and the subsequent failure to maintain control of the airplane. Factors associated with the accident were the crosswind, the runway light, and the tree. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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An airplane experienced a loss of control during landing in gusty crosswind conditions, veered off the runway, contacted obstacles, and crashed.

Event Overview

The accident occurred during a landing on runway 35. The pilot reported the winds as coming from 280 degrees at 10 knots, gusting to 20 knots.

Sequence of Events

After touchdown, the airplane weathervaned to the left. It then departed the left side of the runway and struck a runway light. The pilot applied right rudder, causing the airplane to cross back over the runway and exit the right side, where it contacted a gully. Subsequently, the airplane became airborne, struck a tree, and impacted the terrain.

Pilot Comments

The pilot stated that the accident could have been prevented with "Better judgment and a more acute awareness of just how strong the crosswind actually was."

Findings

The investigation determined the accident resulted from a loss of control during the landing roll in crosswind conditions.

2000-11-18: Aeronca 7CCM-200 (N4706E) — Donald R. Hall — Corning, IA