N6759K

Substantial
None

REPUBLIC RC-3S/N: 1047

Accident Details

Date
Saturday, June 28, 2025
NTSB Number
WPR25LA198
Location
Coolin, ID
Event ID
20250707200468
Coordinates
48.725018, -116.842290
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
2
Total Aboard
2

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane and exceedance of the critical angle of attack during takeoff in windy conditions which resulted in a subsequent hard landing.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
REPUBLIC
Serial Number
1047
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1947
Model / ICAO
RC-3RC3
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
4
FAA Model
RC-3

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
COOPER SCOTT H
Address
2562 5TH AVE N
City
SEATTLE
State / Zip Code
WA 98109-2151
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# WPR25LA198