Casualties unknown

2007-08-05: Aeronca 7AC (N65HM) — Westerly, RI

Westerly, RI, US

On August 5, 2007, an Aeronca 7AC (registration N65HM) was involved in an aviation accident near Westerly, RI. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during landing which resulted in the overload failure of the right main landing gear. The overload failure of the right main landing gear was a factor. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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During a second landing attempt, a crosswind caused the left wing to lift, prompting a go-around. The airplane settled, collapsing the right main landing gear and striking the wing and propeller.

Event Summary

An airplane was damaged during an attempted aborted landing. The pilot reported that after returning from a local flight, he performed a successful landing on runway 07. He then took off again, remained in the traffic pattern, and attempted a second landing.

Pilot Report

During the second landing approach, the pilot felt the left wing suddenly lift due to a crosswind. The airplane yawed to the left, and the pilot applied full power with the intention of performing a go-around. The airplane then settled back to the ground, collapsing the right main landing gear. Subsequently, the airplane's wing and propeller struck the ground. The pilot noted that there were no mechanical problems with the airplane during the flight.

Weather Information

The recorded winds at an airport located 11 nautical miles west of the accident airport were 340 degrees at 6 knots.

Damage Details

The airplane sustained damage to the right main landing gear, which collapsed upon contact with the ground. Further damage occurred when the wing and propeller struck the ground.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20071018X01617. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.