Yesterday, the pilot of a small plane experienced difficulties on the runway at Pompano Beach Airpark, which resulted in the loss of one wheel and damage to one of its wings. The single-engine aircraft, which 7Skyforce spotted with its striking yellow and red colors, was seen stationary on the tarmac with the pilot and support personnel assessing the situation shortly before 12:40 p.m., as WSVN reported.
The bright yellow plane, marked with a large black “3” and the term “Experimental,” was identified as a “PoberJunior Ace.” Flying an aircraft built in 2023, the local resident who faced an unforeseen challenge during takeoff, found themselves spinning out due to issues confirmed by the pilot, which led to a runway impact and the closure of the roadway. Even as they unfolded, airport operations remained largely uninterrupted with the airpark’s secondary runway still open, as detailed by TapInto.
There were no injuries as the pilot managed a safe exit from the plane after the mishap. The primary runway’s closure was only temporary, allowing crews to clear the damaged aircraft and evaluate the runway for any potential damage. Officials reported that despite the incident, flight operations resumed at the Air Park shortly after the incident with minimal delays…