N5213X

Substantial
Serious

CHAMPION 7GCBCS/N: 177

Accident Details

Date
Sunday, July 4, 2021
NTSB Number
ANC21LA052
Location
Palmer , AK
Event ID
20210705103418
Coordinates
61.501454, -149.099370
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
Serious
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
1
Minor Injuries
1
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
3

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s selection of unsuitable terrain for landing which resulted in a nose-over.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
CHAMPION
Serial Number
177
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1969
Model / ICAO
7GCBCCH7B
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
2
FAA Model
7GCBC

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
SUTTON AIRCRAFT SALVAGE LLC
Address
13500 E JENSEN AVE
City
PALMER
State / Zip Code
AK 99645-9430
Country
United States

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ANC21LA052