N920CJCHAMPION 7GCB2026-03-29 NTSB Accident Report

Substantial
None

CHAMPION 7GCBS/N: 56

Accident Details

Date
Sunday, March 29, 2026
NTSB Number
CEN26LA151
Location
Colorado Springs, CO
Event ID
20260330202722
Coordinates
38.942770, -104.569900
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 directional control of the airplane during takeoff in gusty wind conditions, which resulted in a hard landing.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
CHAMPION
Serial Number
56
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1960
Model / ICAO
7GCBCH7B
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
2
FAA Model
7GCB

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
JONES ALVA L
Address
103 COUNTRY LN
City
CRAIG
State / Zip Code
CO 81625-8718
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# CEN26LA151