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March 29, 2026 · NTSB CEN26LA151 · CHAMPION 7GCB (N920CJ)
Minor/None
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NTSB Narrative

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during takeoff in gusty wind conditions, which resulted in a hard landing.

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NTSB Findings

  • Environmental issues-Conditions/weather/phenomena-Wind-Gusts-Response/compensation
  • Personnel issues-Task performance-Use of equip/info-Aircraft control-Pilot

Details

NTSB ReportCEN26LA151
AircraftCHAMPION 7GCB
RegistrationN920CJ
DamageSUBS
FAR Part091
Location38.9428, -104.5699
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