N789BM is a 2002 Stoddard Hamilton GLASTAR. It is a fixed-wing single-engine aircraft with 2 seats, powered by a Lycoming 0-320 series rated at 180 horsepower. The registration is active, with the registrant based in Burnet, TX. Its experimental airworthiness certificate was issued in May 2002. It has been registered to its current owner since Apr 2026. This page also carries 1 NTSB event.
- 24 years old
- 1 of 174 Stoddard Hamilton GLASTAR
2026
2002
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On February 6, 2026, about 1810 central standard time, an experimental Glasair GlaStar airplane, N789BM, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Beaumont, Texas. The pilot was not injured. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight.
The pilot reported a loss of engine oil pressure about six miles from the intended destination airport. The engine started running rough and losing power. He executed a landing to a taxiway at the destination airport. However, the airplane began to porpoise on landing. It subsequently overran the taxiway and impacted a fence. The airframe sustained substantial damage to both wings and the empennage.
The airplane was recovered to a secure hangar at the airport. A postaccident engine examination is planned.
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