Casualties unknown

2001-04-08: Aeronca 7AC (N2129E) — Roe, AR

Roe, AR, US

On April 8, 2001, an Aeronca 7AC (registration N2129E) was involved in an aviation accident near Roe, AR. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the inadvertent stall by the pilot while maneuvering at low altitude. A contributory factor was the tailwind. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

During a demonstration of agricultural flying techniques, the pilot of a two-seat tandem airplane reduced throttle and initiated a turn while at low altitude with a tailwind. The airplane stalled and struck the ground.

Accident Overview

The pilot was flying from the front seat of a two-place, tandem-type airplane, with two passengers seated in the rear. The pilot had recently completed an agricultural flying course and was demonstrating "Ag runs"—simulated agricultural application passes.

Flight Sequence

While overflying a field at approximately 10 feet above ground level (AGL), with a tailwind of about 15 knots, the pilot observed that the airplane's speed had increased. To reduce speed, the pilot reduced the throttle and initiated a turn. Subsequently, the airplane stalled and impacted the ground.

Passenger Statement

One of the passengers reported that a strong tailwind existed during the flight.

Investigation

The investigation did not identify any mechanical anomalies with the airplane. The circumstances described indicate that the stall occurred during a low-altitude turn after a throttle reduction in the presence of a tailwind.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20010412X00742. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.