Accident Details
Date
Friday, May 15, 2026
NTSB Number
ERA26LA210
Location
Athens, GA
Event ID
20260519203017
Coordinates
33.948917, -83.337060
Nearest Airport
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1
Probable Cause and Findings
Contamination of the left wheel brake system with debris, which resulted in a loss of directional control during takeoff.
Aircraft Information
Year Built
2026
Model / ICAO
VANS RV-7
Aircraft Type
Glider
No. of Engines
1
Seats
2
FAA Model
VANS RV-7
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
BRADLEY JOHN
Address
1151 BEVERLY DR
City
ATHENS
State / Zip Code
GA 30606-7608
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# ERA26LA210