# NTSB investigations: Champion 7ECA

NTSB aviation accident and incident investigations since 1962: the probable cause, findings, aircraft, crew, weather and docket of each, linked to the FAA registry and the FAA’s own reports.

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## Cases, newest first

- [NTSB CHI01LA020](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI01LA020.md): Champion 7ECA · Pulaski, WI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 21, 2000 · N7586F · Substantial damage
  > the evasive maneuver initiated by the pilot. Factors were the presence of the skydiver on the runway, and the pilot's selection of a closed runway.
- [NTSB LAX00LA056](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX00LA056.md): Champion 7ECA · Oxnard, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Dec 26, 1999 · N8395V · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the variable crosswind condition and subsequent failure to maintain directional control of the airplane.
- [NTSB ATL00LA014](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL00LA014.md): Champion 7ECA · Ridgeland, SC · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 13, 1999 · N2570F · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to obtain/maintain adequate airspeed during the takeoff/initial climb which resulted in an inadvertent stall and subsequent collision with terrain.
- [NTSB CHI00LA011](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI00LA011.md): Champion 7ECA · Grand Ledge, MI · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 15, 1999 · N8353V · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions. Factors associated with the accident were the gusty crosswind and the tree which the airplane contacted.
- [NTSB ANC99LA144](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC99LA144.md): Champion 7ECA · Port Heiden, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 13, 1999 · N3017G · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing.
- [NTSB CHI99LA331](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI99LA331.md): Champion 7ECA · Forest Lake, MN · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 6, 1999 · N9549S · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's misjudging the proper glidepath, and his not maintaining airspeed. Factors were the pilot's lack of recent experience, the airplane's inadvertent stall, and the fence.
- [NTSB CHI99FA167](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI99FA167.md): Champion 7ECA · Comstock, WI · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · May 29, 1999 · N12028 · Destroyed
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control. A factor contributing to this accident was the airplane's low altitude.
- [NTSB CHI99LA126](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI99LA126.md): Champion 7ECA · Atchison, KS · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 9, 1999 · N2990G · Substantial damage
  > The loss of engine power for unknown reasons.
- [NTSB SEA99LA017](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA99LA017.md): Champion 7ECA · Jardine, MT · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 27, 1998 · N8306V · Substantial damage
  > The pilot-in-command's failure to maintain adequate clearance with trees and terrain. Contributing factors were unfavorable winds, mountainous terrain and trees.
- [NTSB LAX98LA257](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX98LA257.md): Champion 7ECA · Van Nuys, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 4, 1998 · N8335V · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for the existing crosswind condition and failure to maintain directional control that subsequently lead to a ground loop/swerve.
- [NTSB IAD98LA038](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD98LA038.md): Champion 7ECA · Castlewood, VA · Accident · 1 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 15, 1998 · N7507F · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to achieve the proper touchdown point and the delayed execution of the go around. A contributing factor was the fence.
- [NTSB ATL98FA007](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL98FA007.md): Champion 7ECA · Hamilton, GA · Accident · 1 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 6, 1997 · N9556S · Substantial damage
  > VFR flight by the pilot into instrument meteorological conditions (IMC), and his failure to maintain sufficient altitude or clearance from mountainous terrain. Related factors were: darkness, adverse weather conditions, and the pilot's self induced pressure…
- [NTSB CHI98LA027](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI98LA027.md): Champion 7ECA · Augusta, KS · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 29, 1997 · N7505F · Substantial damage
  > failure of the aircraft owner to reinstall the quick release hinge pins/safety pins, and failure of the pilot to notice the missing pins during the aircraft preflight, which resulted in separation of the main entry door during flight.
- [NTSB ATL97LA138](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL97LA138.md): Champion 7ECA · Fairview, NC · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 21, 1997 · N1817G · Substantial damage
  > fuel contamination, and the pilot's inadequate preflight of the airplane. A factor relating to the accident was: an inability to attain a proper touchdown point, which led to the runway overrun.
- [NTSB FTW97LA260](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA260.md): Bellanca 7ECA · Sonora, TX · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 9, 1997 · N2583F · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control during landing roll. A factor was gusty wind conditions.
- [NTSB CHI97LA182](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI97LA182.md): Champion 7ECA · Willard, MO · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 21, 1997 · N7506F · Substantial damage
  > remedial action delayed by the flight instructor. A factor in this accident was the instructor's lack of recent experience in this type airplane.
- [NTSB CHI97LA156](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI97LA156.md): Champion 7ECA · Gregory, MI · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 4, 1997 · N5253X · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper planning/decision. The tailwind and location of trees were related factors.
- [NTSB CHI97LA092](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI97LA092.md): Champion 7ECA · South St. Paul, MN · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 27, 1997 · N11023 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind and his failure to maintain adequate obstacle clearance which resulted in collision with a snowbank. The pilot's lack of recent experience, the crosswind, and snowbank are contributing factors.
- [NTSB SEA97LA055](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA97LA055.md): Champion 7ECA · Bandon, OR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 2, 1997 · N11099 · Substantial damage
  > the dual student's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane, and the flight instructor's improper remedial action. A factor relating to the accident was: the ravine located near the right side of the runway.
- [NTSB CHI96LA347](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96LA347.md): Champion 7ECA · Fargo, ND · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 24, 1996 · N68ME · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing. A factor was the crosswind.
- [NTSB SEA96LA191](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA96LA191.md): Champion 7ECA · Lander, WY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 19, 1996 · N9542S · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll. Factors relating to the accident were: the variable and gusty wind conditions.
- [NTSB IAD96LA134](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD96LA134.md): Champion 7ECA · Ashland, VA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 11, 1996 · N2598G · Substantial damage
  > an undetermined braking anomaly and/or failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing.
- [NTSB ANC96LA036](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC96LA036.md): Bellanca 7ECA · Chugiak, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 22, 1996 · N5169X · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's selection of an unsuitable area for landing.
- [NTSB NYC96LA031](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC96LA031.md): Champion 7ECA · Lacona, NY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 25, 1995 · N11081 · Substantial damage
  > the pilot's inadequate preflight/planning, and his failure to remain clear of obstacles, including a tree trunk.
- [NTSB FTW95FA270](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95FA270.md): Champion 7ECA · Lake Dallas, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Field investigation · Final report · Jul 5, 1995 · N11064 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed and the resulting inadvertent stall/spin. A factor was inadequate maintenance resulting in the partial loss of engine power due to the number one cylinder exhaust valve being stuck open.
- [NTSB LAX95LA114](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA114.md): Grumman AA5B · Pacifica, CA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 20, 1995 · N28003 · 2 aircraft · Minor damage
  > Failure of the Grumman pilot to maintain visual contact and clearance from the citabria, while overtaking that aircraft. Factors relating to the accident were: the hazy sky condition and the Grumman pilot's diverted attention to other traffic.
- [NTSB MIA95FA027](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA95FA027.md): Champion 7ECA · Arcadia, FL · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Nov 23, 1994 · N7579F · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the dual-student to maintain airspeed while maneuvering resulting in an inadvertent stall and uncontrolled descent. Contributing to the accident was improper supervision of the dual-student by the flight instructor.
- [NTSB ANC93LA111](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC93LA111.md): Champion 7ECA · Dillingham, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 3, 1993 · N9597S · Substantial damage
  > The pilot in command's attempt to takeoff with insufficient airspeed. A factor in the accident was the pilot in command's selection of unsuitable terrain on which to land and takeoff.
- [NTSB DEN93LA048](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN93LA048.md): Champion 7ECA · Newark, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 25, 1993 · N2510F · Substantial damage
  > An inadvertent stall. A factor was: the pilot's diverted attention.
- [NTSB FTW93FA108](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW93FA108.md): Champion 7ECA · Dublin, TX · Accident · 2 fatal · Field investigation · Final report · Mar 22, 1993 · N11052 · Destroyed
  > The pilot's attempted maneuver which led to his entry into an inadvertent stall
- [NTSB SEA93LA061](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA93LA061.md): Champion 7ECA · Medford, OR · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 2, 1993 · N11096 · Substantial damage
  > Movement of the tailwheel assembly was restricted. Improper maintenance was a factor.
- [NTSB CHI93LA020](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA020.md): Champion 7ECA · Carroll, IA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 25, 1992 · N9507S · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft directional control while landing in crosswind conditions.
- [NTSB SEA92LA210](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA92LA210.md): Champion 7ECA · Arlington, WY · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 18, 1992 · N9662S · Destroyed
  > The pilot in command's failure to touch down at the proper landing point on the road. A factor contributing to the accident was high density altitude.
- [NTSB ANC92LA165](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC92LA165.md): Champion 7GCAA · Talkeetna, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 13, 1992 · N11098 · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control on landing roll.
- [NTSB FTW92LA221](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW92LA221.md): Champion 7ECA · Angel Fire, NM · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 31, 1992 · N11080 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate evaluation of the environmental conditions which resulted in exceeding the climb capability of the aircraft. The inadvertent stall was also a cause. Factors were the downdraft and high density altitude.
- [NTSB FTW92LA168](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW92LA168.md): Champion 7ECA-326 · Clifton, TX · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 18, 1992 · N71528 · Substantial damage
  > The inadvertent stall by the pilot. Factors were the inadequate altitude and the pilot's lack of experience in type aircraft.
- [NTSB LAX92LA198](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX92LA198.md): Champion 7ECA · Lake Havasu, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 4, 1992 · N2559F · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the aircraft during the landing touch down.
- [NTSB FTW92LA106](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW92LA106.md): Champion 7ECA · Weatherford, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Apr 4, 1992 · N9153L · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing rollout, and the ensuing inadvertent stall during the aborted landing due to the jammed elevator. A factor was the crosswind.
- [NTSB ATL92LA009](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL92LA009.md): Champion 7ECA · Whitesburg, GA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 17, 1991 · N11077 · No damage
  > A sudden wind shift during initial climb which resulted in an uncontrolled descent.
- [NTSB CHI91LA303](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91LA303.md): Champion 7ECA · Newark, IL · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 25, 1991 · N5164T · Substantial damage
  > A sheared oleo piston retaining pin which allowed the wheel to fall out.
- [NTSB MIA91LA156](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA91LA156.md): Champion 7ECA · Quincy, FL · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 31, 1991 · N9646S · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection and the blocked vent line.
- [NTSB SEA91LA070](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA91LA070.md): Champion 7ECA · Everett, WA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 27, 1991 · N371RF · Substantial damage
  > The pilot did not maintain control of the airplane during the landing roll. Factors tot he accient were the pilot inadequately planned the approach, and uncontrolled ground-loop, and the pilot's lack of total experience in this type of aircraft.
- [NTSB LAX91LA069](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX91LA069.md): Champion 7ECA · Hilo, HI · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jan 6, 1991 · N996MP · Destroyed
  > The failure of the pilot to maintain an adequate airspeed while maneuvering. A factor in the accident was the pilot's decision to attempt steep and abrupt maneuvers during the takeoff initial climb phase.
- [NTSB FTW90LA034](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW90LA034.md): Champion 7ECA · Shawnee, OK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Nov 25, 1989 · N2553F · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the pilot to maintain adequate airspeed during the turn after takeoff, which resulted in a stall. The obstructions (trees) were a factor.
- [NTSB NYC90LA004](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC90LA004.md): Champion 7ECA · Beaver Falls, PA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Oct 4, 1989 · N123DA · Substantial damage
  > The right fuel vent became clogged allowing the left fuel tank to become exhausted. In addition, the pilot failed to adequately monitor the fuel supply in each tank.
- [NTSB DEN89LA113](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN89LA113.md): Bellanca 7ECA · Albuquerque, NM · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · May 2, 1989 · N9121L · Substantial damage
  > Inadequate compensation for the wind conditions by the pilot, resulting in a loss of control during landing roll. Variable and gusting winds are considered a contributing factor.
- [NTSB MIA89LA099](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA89LA099.md): Champion 7ECA · Ocala, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Mar 7, 1989 · N8350V · Substantial damage
  > Failure of the vehicle driver to see and yield to the acft that was landing on rwy 27. Contributing factors were: vehicle on the runway and inadequate visual lookout by the pilot.
- [NTSB NYC88LA220](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC88LA220.md): Champion 7ECA · Lakeville, MA · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 17, 1988 · N9022L · Substantial damage
  > According to the acft owner, N9022L'S fuel tanks were only one quarter full of fuel when the plt took off. The pax said that after about an hour of flying the engine began to run roughly and then it finally quit. The plt made an unsuccessful forced landing.…
- [NTSB NYC88LA194](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC88LA194.md): Champion 7ECA · Bally, PA · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 3, 1988 · N11061 · Substantial damage
  > The plt was taking off with a left tailwind/crosswind. At liftoff, the left wing dropped and the pilot attempted to correct with rudder. The acft collided with the terrain.
- [NTSB BFO88LA059](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO88LA059.md): Champion 7ECA · Talcott, WV · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 25, 1988 · N9504S · Destroyed
  > According to a witness, the acft was maneuvering at a low altitude when it contacted trees. The acft then descended, impacting the terrain 45 ft from the trees and slid aprx 110 ft before coming to rest. The plt stated that due to injuries he is unable to…

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## The whole list in SQL

Runs in DuckDB 1.2 or later on the release's Parquet files over HTTPS:

```sql
SELECT c."ntsbNumber", c."eventDate", c."eventType", c."eventCity", c."eventStateOrRegion", a.n_number, a."aircraftMake", a."aircraftModel", c."highestInjuryLevel", c."totalFatal", c."completionStatus", c.report_url
FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_case_detail.parquet' c LEFT JOIN 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' a ON a.case_mkey = c."mKey" AND a.position = 1
WHERE c."mKey" IN (SELECT x.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' x WHERE x.aircraft_model_code IN ('21101NN'))
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

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