N18CH

Substantial
None

THORP T18S/N: CH374

Accident Details

Date
Sunday, July 6, 2025
NTSB Number
CEN25LA246
Location
Lake Elmo, MN
Event ID
20250710200507
Coordinates
44.994399, -92.854130
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s failure to maintain obstacle clearance during the go-around, that resulted in the tailwheel impacting a taxiway sign, a subsequent loss of control due to the damaged tailwheel, and a runway excursion during the landing.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
THORP
Serial Number
CH374
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1974
Model / ICAO
T18T18
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
1
FAA Model
THORP T-18

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
HOOVER CHARLES
Address
7027 37TH ST N
City
OAKDALE
State / Zip Code
MN 55128-3340
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# CEN25LA246