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February 23, 2024 · Zenith STOL CH750 · N750WW

Sextonville, WI

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
February 23, 2024
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 serious injury)
Location
Sextonville, WI
Aircraft
Zenith STOL CH750 (2019)
Tail Number
N750WW
Injuries
Serious
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN24LA119

The pilot reported that he had recently changed the carburetor on the experimental, amateur-built airplane’s engine, and the accident flight was his third flight with the new carburetor. Although the previous flights had been uneventful, he thought that the fuel/air mixture was too rich. He stated that he intended to remain in the airport traffic pattern during the accident flight; however, he had no memory of the events of the flight. A witness reported seeing the airplane as it was departing the airport. The witness reported that the airplane was flying about 60 ft above ground level (agl) and climbed to about 100 ft agl followed by a shallow, descending left turn. The witness did not hear any engine noise and thought that the propeller was not spinning. The witness noted that the airplane was traveling very slow and then dropped straight down. The airplane impacted terrain and came to rest in a field less than 1 mile from the airport. Examination of the airplane, engine, and systems revealed no evidence of any preimpact anomalies that would have precluded normal operation. The propeller blades did not exhibit signs of rotation at the time of impact. The witness, who responded to the accident site, reported that there was an odor of fuel at the site. Based on the available information, it is likely that the engine lost power shortly after takeoff. The witness’ account of the airplane traveling “very slow” and descending “straight down” is consistent with a loss of airplane control.

NTSB Probable Cause

A loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined, followed by a loss of control and subsequent impact with terrain.

Full Narrative

On February 22, 2024, at 1802 central standard time, an experimental, amateur-built Zenith CH750 STOL, N750WW, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Sextonville, Wisconsin. The pilot sustained serious injuries. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations part 91 personal flight. The pilot reported that he had recently changed the carburetor on the airplane’s engine, and the accident flight was his third flight with the new carburetor. Although the previous flights had been uneventful, he thought that the fuel/air mixture was too rich. He stated that he intended to remain in the traffic pattern during the accident flight; however, he had no memory of the events of the flight. A witness in the area reported seeing the airplane as it was departing Richland Airport (93C), Richland Center, Wisconsin. The witness reported that the airplane was flying about 60 ft agl and climbed to about 100 ft agl followed by a descending, shallow left turn. The witness did not hear any engine noise and thought that the propeller was not spinning. The witness noted that the airplane was traveling very slow and then dropped straight down. At 1802, the witness made a 911 call and rendered aid to the pilot. An odor of fuel was present at the accident site. The airplane came to rest in a field on the edge of a tree line less than 1 mile north of 93C. The airplane came to rest upright with several tree branches lying near the wreckage. The left wing was impact separated. Postaccident examination of the airplane revealed that both wings and the fuselage sustained substantial damage during the accident sequence. One of the two propeller blades remained attached to the propeller hub; the other blade was broken at the propeller hub and located near the wreckage. Both blades were mostly intact and did not exhibit rotational scoring, leading edge damage, or chordwise scratches. There were no preimpact anomalies found with the airframe or the flight controls. The airplane was equipped with an automotive engine that had been modified for use in the airplane. There were two independent ignition systems that functioned properly when external power was applied to the electrical system. Examination of the engine revealed no anomalies that would have precluded normal operation. The airplane’s alternator and voltage regulator were examined and tested. Examination of the alternator revealed that the rotating magnet assembly slipped on the shaft when the drive coupling was rotated by hand. The torque nut was tightened, and the alternator functioned normally. The voltage regulator functioned normally when tested. No anomalies were found with the voltage regulator.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time18:02 CST
Nearest AirportRICHLAND (0nm N)
Flight Plan FiledVFR
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftZenith STOL CH750
Tail NumberN750WW
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsCorvair · 2700cc · Reciprocating · 100
Seats2

People & Injuries

Injury Summary1 injury (1 serious injury)
Fatal0
Serious1
Minor0
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 54 · Third Class · Serious

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDusk
Wind300° @ 8 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 6500 ft
Temperature / Dew Point55 F / 34 F
Altimeter29.66 inHg
Observation Time17:56
Weather SourceWFAC

Appendix: Source Data