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July 2, 2023 · Six Chuter SR7 XL · N6365A
Chetek, WI
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 2, 2023
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (1 serious injury, 1 minor injury)
Location
Chetek, WI
Aircraft
Six Chuter SR7 XL (1999)
Tail Number
N6365A
Injuries
Serious
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN23LA272
The pilot stated that after he had performed a preflight inspection of the powered parachute and allowed the engine to warm up, he moved the powered parachute into position for takeoff. Prior to takeoff, he applied full engine power and watched the canopy rise and then reduced engine power and checked the canopy lines. He applied full engine power for takeoff, and the powered parachute lifted with no issues. However, when he looked down, the powered parachute was not climbing and headed toward trees. The pilot attempted to adjust the flight path to avoid the trees, but the powered parachute impacted a pole, the trees, and then descended into the ground. The powered parachute sustained substantial damage to the frame. The pilot stated there was no mechanical anomalies with the powered parachute that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain aircraft control during initial climb which resulted in an impact with a pole, trees, and terrain.
Full Narrative
The pilot stated that after he had performed a preflight inspection of the powered parachute and allowed the engine to warm up, he moved the powered parachute into position for takeoff. Prior to takeoff, he applied full engine power and watched the canopy rise and then reduced engine power and checked the canopy lines. He applied full engine power for takeoff, and the powered parachute lifted with no issues. However, when he looked down, the powered parachute was not climbing and headed toward trees. The pilot attempted to adjust the flight path to avoid the trees, but the powered parachute impacted a pole, the trees, and then descended into the ground. The powered parachute sustained substantial damage to the frame. The pilot stated there was no mechanical anomalies with the powered parachute that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time20:00 CDT
Nearest AirportChetek Municipal/Southworth Ai (0.5nm N)
Runway35
Runway Length3401 ft
Runway Width60 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftSix Chuter SR7 XL
Tail NumberN6365A
Aircraft CategoryPpar
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsRotax · 582/90 · Reciprocating · 65
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury Summary2 injuries (1 serious injury, 1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious1
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total2
Crew 1Age 57 · Third Class · Serious
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point66 F
Altimeter29.84 inHg
Observation Time19:55
Weather SourceWFAC