Preliminary 1 serious, 1 minor Apr 10, 2026

N551EV crash at Iron Station, NC

Eric Vargosko SW-51 — Loss of engine power (partial) at IPJ (Iron Station, NC)

DateApr 10, 2026
Tail numberN551EV
AircraftEric Vargosko SW-51
LocationIPJ — Iron Station, NC
Phase of flightTakeoff
OperationPart 91 Personal
Injuries1 serious, 1 minor
NTSB caseERA26LA169

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Loss of engine power (partial) during takeoff Injuries: 1 serious, 1 minor. Conditions: VMC. In work.

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