N5068X

Substantial
None

CHAMPION 7KCABS/N: 151

Accident Details

Date
Saturday, June 3, 2023
NTSB Number
CEN23LA230
Location
Rutherfordton, NC
Event ID
20230606192323
Coordinates
35.427086, -81.935118
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
2
Total Aboard
2

Probable Cause and Findings

The disengagement of the tailwheel locking mechanism during the landing roll which resulted in a loss of directional control during landing with a crosswind.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
CHAMPION
Serial Number
151
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1968
Model / ICAO
7KCAB
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
2
FAA Model
7KCAB

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
REGISTRATION PENDING
Address
6243 77TH PL
City
LIVE OAK
State / Zip Code
FL 32060-7543
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# CEN23LA230