Casualties unknown

2003-06-27: Champion 7EC (N7570E) — Point Pleasant, WV

Point Pleasant, WV, US

On June 27, 2003, a Champion 7EC (registration N7570E) was involved in an aviation accident near Point Pleasant, WV. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The CFI's failure to maintain directional control, which resulted in a collision with trees. 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

After touchdown, a flight instructor advanced the throttle for a touch-and-go. At about 50 mph, raising the tailwheel caused a swerve to the right. Despite control inputs, the airplane struck a tree after power reduction.

Event Summary

A certified flight instructor (CFI) was conducting a touch-and-go landing on a runway. After the airplane touched down, the CFI advanced the throttle, and the airplane began to accelerate normally. At approximately 50 miles per hour, the CFI raised the tailwheel, and the airplane started to swerve to the right.

Sequence of Events

The CFI attempted to correct the swerve by applying left rudder and aileron. Despite these inputs, the airplane continued its path toward trees located east of the runway. At that point, the CFI reduced power, and the airplane struck a tree.

Aircraft and Flight Information

The CFI did not report any malfunctions with the airframe or engine during the flight. No other details about the aircraft, such as type or registration, were provided in the source.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20030715X01108. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.