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NTSB Prelim: North American Navion

Pilot Heard A Loud “Pop” And Felt Heat Coming From Behind The Pilot And Copilot’s Seats

Location: Rutherfordton, NC Accident Number: ERA25LA007
Date & Time: October 3, 2024, 17:30 Local Registration: N9117R
Aircraft: North American Navion Injuries: 2 Minor
Flight Conducted Under: Part 91: General aviation - Personal

On October 03, 2024, about 1730 eastern daylight time, a North American Navion airplane, N9117R, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident at Rutherford County Airport / Marchman Field (FQD), Rutherfordton, North Carolina. The pilot and passenger sustained minor injuries. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight.

The pilot reported that he departed Concord-Padgett Regional Airport (JQF), Concord, North Carolina and was destined for FQD. On final approach to runway 19 at FQD, the pilot heard a loud “pop” and felt heat coming from behind the pilot and copilot’s seats. As the airplane approached the runway threshold, the cabin filled with smoke, and fire was visible in the cabin.

During the landing, the airplane’s nose gear collapsed, and the airplane came to rest on the runway. The inflight and postaccident fire consumed a majority of the airplane. 

The wreckage was retained for further examination. 

FMI: www.ntsb.gov

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