On November 11, 1994, about 1428 eastern standard time, N2984E, an Aeronca 7AC, registered to Huffman Aviation Inc., crashed after takeoff from Venice Airport, Venice, Florida, while on a 14 CFR Part 91 instructional flight. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed at the time and no flight plan was filed for the planned local flight. The airplane was substantially damaged and the instructor and rated student pilot reported no injuries. The flight was originating at the time. The pilot-in-command stated the engine failed shortly after takeoff and he attempted a forced landing to a golf course. During the landing the wings struck trees. The airplane was recovered to Venice Airport, Venice, Florida, for examination. A local FAA inspector stated he was able to rig and alternate fuel source, strap the airplane on a trailer and start and run the engine. He further stated the engine ran normally to about 1800 rpm.