Final
1 minor
Apr 30, 2026
N400KB accident at Big Water, UT
American Champion Aircraft 7GCBC — Aerodynamic stall/spin at Big Water, UT
DateApr 30, 2026
Tail numberN400KB
AircraftAmerican Champion 7GCBC · American Champion Citabria Explorer · CH7B
LocationBig Water, UT
Phase of flightManeuvering
OperationPart 91 Personal
Injuries1 minor
NTSB caseWPR26LA174
Probable cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate airspeed and exceedance of the airplanes critical angle of attack while maneuvering at a low altitude, which resulted in a subsequent stall and impact with trees during stall recovery.
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