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February 1, 2025 · American Legend Aircraft AL3 · N79LC

Upland, CA

Overview

Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
February 1, 2025
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (3 uninjured)
Location
Upland, CA
Aircraft
American Legend Aircraft AL3 (2008)
Tail Number
N79LC
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR25LA087

The pilot of the Legend Cub reported that during the landing roll on the runway of a non-towered airport, an airplane struck his airplane from behind. The Cub sustained substantial damage to the empennage. The pilot of the Ercoupe reported that he communicated his intention to land on the runway behind the Cub over the common traffic advisory frequency (CTAF) while on a final approach. The pilot determined to proceed with his approach, assuming that the Cub was clear of the runway. The airplane bounced during the landing, and the pilot decided to forgo a go-around and instead continue the touchdown. During the landing roll, shortly after looking up from the instrument console, the pilot saw the Cub taxiing on the runway. Immediately, the Ercoupe pilot applied brakes and the Ercoupe’s left wing tip stuck the Cub’s empennage. Subsequently, the Ercoupe sustained substantial damage to the left-wing spar and left aileron.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate separation during landing, which resulted in a runway collision with another airplane.

Full Narrative

The pilot of the Legend Cub reported that during the landing roll on the runway of a non-towered airport, an airplane struck his airplane from behind. The Cub sustained substantial damage to the empennage. The pilot of the Ercoupe reported that he communicated his intention to land on the runway behind the Cub over the common traffic advisory frequency (CTAF) while on a final approach. The pilot determined to proceed with his approach, assuming that the Cub was clear of the runway. The airplane bounced during the landing, and the pilot decided to forgo a go-around and instead continue the touchdown. During the landing roll, shortly after looking up from the instrument console, the pilot saw the Cub taxiing on the runway. Immediately, the Ercoupe pilot applied brakes and the Ercoupe’s left wing tip stuck the Cub’s empennage. Subsequently, the Ercoupe sustained substantial damage to the left-wing spar and left aileron.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time13:00 PST
Nearest AirportCABLE (0.1nm N)
Runway24
Runway Length3863 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftAmerican Legend Aircraft AL3
Tail NumberN79LC
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental Motors · C85-12 · Reciprocating · 85 | Cont Motor · O-200 · Reciprocating · 100
Seats2

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (3 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured3
Total3
Crew 1Age 78 · Basc · None
Crew 2Age 76 · Sprt · None

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility5 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point64 F / 36 F
Altimeter30.15 inHg
Observation Time11:55
Weather SourceWFAC

Appendix: Source Data