Introduction
On September 13, 2025, at 1625 eastern daylight time, a Pegasus Quantum 15 weight-shift controlled aircraft, registration N36TJ, was involved in an accident near Bedford, Indiana. The pilot sustained serious injuries. The aircraft was substantially damaged. The flight was operated under Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 as a personal flight.
Accident Details
The accident occurred during a go-around attempt when the aircraft experienced a total loss of engine power. Subsequently, the aircraft impacted a soybean field approximately one-quarter mile west of the departure airport. The left wing sustained substantial damage upon ground impact.
Aircraft and Pilot Information
The aircraft was a Pegasus Quantum 15, a weight-shift controlled aircraft. The registration was N36TJ. The pilot was the sole occupant. The aircraft was retained for further examination. No other information about the pilot or the aircraft's maintenance history was provided in the source.
Examination
The aircraft was retained for further examination. No further details were available from the initial report.