N23161

Substantial
Minor

PIPER J3C-50S/N: 2943

Accident Details

Date
Monday, June 26, 2023
NTSB Number
CEN23LA277
Location
Elbert, CO
Event ID
20230706192541
Coordinates
39.224185, -104.640070
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
Minor
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
1
Uninjured
0
Total Aboard
1

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's loss of directional control during takeoff and subsequent excessive use of brakes which resulted in a nose-over. Contributing to the accident was his decision to takeoff downwind.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
PIPER
Serial Number
2943
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1939
Model / ICAO
J3C-50J3
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
2
FAA Model
J3C-50

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
HILLIS MICHAEL S
Address
PO BOX 956
City
ELIZABETH
State / Zip Code
CO 80107-0956
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# CEN23LA277