Final None Jan 9, 2024

N1401V accident at Park Rapids, MN

Piper J3C — Loss of control in flight at MN86 (Park Rapids, MN)

DateJan 9, 2024
Tail numberN1401V
AircraftPiper J3C · Piper J-3 Cub · J3
LocationMN86 — Park Rapids, MN
Phase of flightInitial Climb
OperationPart 91 Personal
InjuriesNone
NTSB caseCEN24LA087

Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control and terrain clearance during initial climb, that resulted in an impact with trees and terrain.

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