Accident Overview
On January 19, 2025, at about 1410 eastern standard time, a Montaer MC-01, registration N916VS, was substantially damaged during an accident near Miramar, Florida. The private pilot, the sole occupant, sustained minor injuries. The flight was conducted as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight, with the intended destination of the Bahamas.
Sequence of Events
According to the pilot, during the takeoff roll and immediately after rotation, the engine lost power. The pilot executed a forced landing on airport property, touching down in the grass area near the departure end of the runway. Upon touchdown, the right main landing gear and the nose landing gear collapsed. The airplane subsequently nosed over and came to rest inverted.
Damage and Examination
A postaccident examination by a Federal Aviation Administration inspector revealed substantial damage to the fuselage, vertical stabilizer, rudder, and both wings. Data from the electronic engine control unit was downloaded and forwarded to the engine manufacturer for readout. Additionally, the electronic avionics were removed and sent to the National Transportation Safety Board's vehicle recorders laboratory for data download. The airplane was retained for further examination.
No determination of probable cause has been stated at this time.