N701SAZENITH STOL CH7012025-12-06 NTSB Accident Report

Substantial
None

ZENITH STOL CH701S/N: 7-6054

Summary

On December 06, 2025, a Sharp Ralph R ZENITH STOL CH 701 (N701SA) was involved in an accident near Weatherford, OK. The accident resulted in 1 minor injury. The aircraft sustained substantial damage.

This accident is documented in NTSB report CEN26LA057. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N701SA.

Accident Details

Date
Saturday, December 6, 2025
NTSB Number
CEN26LA057
Location
Weatherford, OK
Event ID
20251208202127
Coordinates
35.545806, -98.668500
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 improper landing flare which resulted in a hard landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot being in a rush and failing to note the wind direction and speed.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
ZENITH STOL
Serial Number
7-6054
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Model / ICAO
CH701
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
2
FAA Model
ZENITH STOL CH 701

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
BATTLES DANNY C
Address
PO BOX 329
City
BURNS FLAT
State / Zip Code
OK 73624-0329
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# CEN26LA057