Champion 7ECA — registry & accident history
Compiled from FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 18, 2026
There are 713 Champion 7ECA airframes on record (built 1964–1998), 417 currently registered. 30 have one or more NTSB accident records (30 records total, 6 with a fatal highest-injury classification). Data as of Jul 18, 2026.
Recent Champion 7ECA accidents
The pilot’s improper application of brakes, which resulted in a nose over.
The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane during initial climb, resulting in an aerodynamic stall and impact with terrain.
The pilot’s excessive use of brakes during landing roll, which resulted in a nose-over.
The flight instructor’s delayed response to an improper landing approach and runway overshoot, which resulted in an impact with an airport perimeter fence and trees.
The pilot’s failure to properly secure the left wing fuel cap, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion.
Aircraft control was not maintained during initial climb with gusting wind that resulted in a collision with power lines and the terrain.
The total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision not to visually confirm the remaining fuel onboard during the intermediate stop.