Pilot Debrief

PIPER J3C-65 near Mondovi, WI — 2009-09-06

Final reportCEN09CA566
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Date
2009-09-06
Location
Mondovi, WI, USA
Airport
WS69
Aircraft
PIPER J3C-65
Registration
N3549W
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed while in the traffic pattern, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.

NTSB narrative

The pilot reported that the left wing stalled while turning from base leg to final while practicing takeoffs and landings. The airplane impacted the ground short of the approach end of the runway. The pilot reported the airplane was heavier than he was used to and that it was a hot, humid day.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

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