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Pilot Loses Control During Left Turn After Takeoff at Private Residence (N82562)

Fulton, KY, US

On June 15, 2001, an Aeronca 7DC (registration N82562) was involved in an aviation accident near Fulton, KY. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane, which resulted in an inadvertent stall/spin to the ground. 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 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

During a third sightseeing flight from a residence, a pilot initiated a left turn that steepened until the wings were nearly vertical, and the aircraft descended nose-down behind a tree line, resulting in impact damage consistent with a left rotation.

Flight Details

A pilot at his residence conducted sightseeing flights for guests. After completing two trips without incident, he began a third flight. Following takeoff and approximately one mile from the runway, the pilot initiated a left turn.

Accident Sequence

The angle of bank increased progressively until the wings became nearly vertical. Subsequently, the nose dropped below the horizon. The aircraft then disappeared from view behind a tree line, descending nose-down and continuing its left turn.

Post-Accident Examination

Impact damage on the leading edges of both wings was consistent with a left rotation at the time of impact. Fuel was present in the carburetor. The metal leading edges of both wooden propeller blades were bent rearward. No evidence of a pre-existing mechanical failure or malfunction was found. The pilot occupied the rear seat; all flight and engine instruments were located in front of the front seat occupant only.

Loss of control in flightAerodynamic stall

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 15 Jun 2001 Aeronca 7DC accident near Fulton, KY?

During a third sightseeing flight from a residence, a pilot initiated a left turn that steepened until the wings were nearly vertical, and the aircraft descended nose-down behind a tree line, resulting in impact damage consistent with a left rotation.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 15 Jun 2001 involved an Aeronca 7DC, registration N82562, at Fulton, KY.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane, which resulted in an inadvertent stall/spin to the ground. A factor was the pilot's decision to fly from the rear seat, which reduced his visibility of critical flight instruments, including the airspeed indicator.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20010627X01261. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.