Accident Details
Date
Monday, February 19, 2024
NTSB Number
CEN24LA116
Location
Laotto, IN
Event ID
20240220193820
Coordinates
41.174000, -85.271086
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 improper decision to continue an approach with his vision obscured by sun glare, which resulted in a collision with a tree.
Aircraft Information
Year Built
2022
Model / ICAO
CCX-2000
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
2
FAA Model
CCX-2000
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
HOFFMAN FARM & FLIGHT LLC
Address
4856 S 700 E
City
LAOTTO
State / Zip Code
IN 46763-9721
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# CEN24LA116