N105BH

Substantial
None

AMERICAN CHAMPION AIRCRAFT 8GCBCS/N: 498-2007

Accident Details

Date
Thursday, March 8, 2018
NTSB Number
GAA18CA153
Location
Many, LA
Event ID
20180309X23911
Coordinates
31.546667, -93.490837
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s improper application of the brakes during landing, which resulted in a nose-over.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
AMERICAN CHAMPION AIRCRAFT
Serial Number
498-2007
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
2007
Model / ICAO
8GCBCAT8T
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
3
FAA Model
8GCBC

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
FRAN OIL INC
Address
745 MARTHAVILLE RD
City
MANY
State / Zip Code
LA 71449-7005
Country
United States

Analysis

The pilot of the tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that, during landing, he tapped the brakes too hard and the airplane nosed over.

The airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage.

The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane 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# GAA18CA153