Accident Details
Date
Wednesday, July 15, 2015
NTSB Number
GAA15CA188
Location
Kingsland, TX
Event ID
20150717X74403
Coordinates
30.683610, -98.416946
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
2
Total Aboard
2
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot's failure to maintain pitch attitude which resulted in an aerodynamic stall, hard landing and a loss of directional control.
Aircraft Information
Year Built
1966
Model / ICAO
7GCAA
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
2
FAA Model
7GCAA
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
BELL ANTHONY J
Address
12555 W MONTEREY WAY
City
AVONDALE
State / Zip Code
AZ 85392-6600
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot reported that, during final approach to the runway, the airplane aerodynamically stalled about 10 feet above the runway and landed hard. The airplane then veered, exited the runway to the right, and impacted trees. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the wings and fuselage.
The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# GAA15CA188