Aeronca 7AC-Conv nosed over during landing in Stanley, North Dakota

No fatalities • Stanley, ND, United States

An Aeronca 7AC-Conv aircraft departed the runway and nosed over in snow during its landing roll in Stanley, North Dakota.

What happened

On March 15, 2009, an Aeronca 7AC-Conv, registration N82041, was performing a landing in Stanley, North Dakota, under visual meteorological conditions (VMC). During the landing roll, the aircraft traveled approximately 100 yards before departing the right side of the runway. The aircraft then nosed over in an area where the snow depth was measured between 6 and 12 inches.

There were no injuries resulting from the accident. The aircraft sustained substantial damage to its wings and vertical tail.

Probable cause

The pilot failed to maintain directional control of the aircraft during the landing phase.

Contributing factors

Directional control — Not attained/maintainedPilot

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 15 Mar 2009 AERONCA 7AC-CONV accident near Stanley, ND?

An Aeronca 7AC-Conv aircraft departed the runway and nosed over in snow during its landing roll in Stanley, North Dakota.

Were there any fatalities in the 15 Mar 2009 AERONCA 7AC-CONV accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 15 Mar 2009 involved a AERONCA 7AC-CONV, at Stanley, ND.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot failed to maintain directional control of the aircraft during the landing phase.

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