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July 23, 2015 · Aeronca 7BCM NO Series · N81686
Warsaw, MO
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 23, 2015
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Warsaw, MO
Aircraft
Aeronca 7BCM NO Series (1945)
Tail Number
N81686
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA15CA201
The pilot reported that his 3-point touchdown in the tailwheel equipped airplane was normal, but during the ground roll the airplane started to veer to the right. He attempted to correct with the left rudder, but the airplane departed the runway to the right and impacted a ditch. The pilot reported that his pant leg may have gotten caught on the right heel brake. The fuselage and firewall sustained substantial damage. The pilot stated that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in a runway excursion and a collision with terrain.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that his 3-point touchdown in the tailwheel equipped airplane was normal, but during the ground roll the airplane started to veer to the right. He attempted to correct with the left rudder, but the airplane departed the runway to the right and impacted a ditch. The pilot reported that his pant leg may have gotten caught on the right heel brake. The fuselage and firewall sustained substantial damage. The pilot stated that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time14:00 CDT
Nearest AirportWarsaw Muni (0nm SE)
Runway36
Runway Length4000 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledVFR
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftAeronca 7BCM NO Series
Tail NumberN81686
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsCont Motor · O-190 · Reciprocating · 85
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 68 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind80° @ 3 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Altimeter29.95 inHg
Observation Time18:55
Weather SourceWFAC