Pilot Debrief

Champion 8GCBC near Ozark, AR — 2020-09-11

Final reportCEN20CA391
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Date
2020-09-11
Location
Ozark, AR, USA
Airport
51AR
Aircraft
Champion 8GCBC
Registration
N81BH
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
Minor
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a wire during final approach to landing.

NTSB narrative

The pilot reported that, during the turn from base to final, the left wing struck a wire and the airplane rotated and hit the ground. The airplane's wings and fuselage were substantially damaged. The pilot reported that there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane or engine that would have precluded normal operation. He also stated that he should have maintained clearance from the obstructions.

NTSB coding

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