Accident Details
Date
Monday, February 16, 2026
NTSB Number
WPR26LA104
Location
Wendover, UT
Event ID
20260217202447
Coordinates
40.774311, -113.894600
Nearest Airport
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 mismanagement of engine power during a maximum performance, 180° climbing left turn at a low altitude that resulted in impact with terrain.
Aircraft Information
Year Built
2006
Model / ICAO
IKARUS C42E
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
2
FAA Model
IKARUS C42E
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
RIDD AVIATION LLC
Address
13513 S MIMOSA CIR
City
RIVERTON
State / Zip Code
UT 84096-6322
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# WPR26LA104