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NTSB Prelim: James A Gray Just Aircraft Highlander

During The Initial Climb After Takeoff, The Engine Lost All Power

Location: Fountain Inn, SC Accident Number: ERA25LA051
Date & Time: November 18, 2024, 15:30 Local Registration: N102XP
Aircraft: James A Gray Just Aircraft Highlander Injuries: 1 Minor
Flight Conducted Under: Part 91: General aviation - Personal

On November 18, 2024, about 1530 eastern standard time, an experimental amateur-built Just Aircraft Highlander airplane, N102XP, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Fountain Inn, South Carolina. The airline transport pilot sustained minor injuries.

The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight. The pilot reported that his preflight and ground operations of the airplane were routine. During the initial climb after takeoff, the engine lost all power. Since there were no open areas ahead, he elected to perform a forced landing in the treetops. Once the airplane settled into the trees, it fell to the ground and came to a stop about 0.25 miles past the departure end of the turf runway. He secured the airplane and was met by first responders.

Federal Aviation Administration inspectors responded to the accident site and examined the wreckage. The airplane came to rest upright, against trees. There was no fire. Substantial damage was confirmed to the fuselage, empennage, and right wing.

The wreckage was retained for further examination.

FMI: www.ntsb.gov

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