Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary GAA15CA171

Hatch, NM, USA

Aircraft #1

N2034P

WEATHERLY AVIATION CO INC 620B

Analysis

Same as Factual Information

Factual Information

The pilot reported that upon completion of an aerial application of fungicide, he made an end clean up pass. He reported that the airplane struck a transmission line wire that he did not see, and then impacted the ground which resulted in substantial damage to the right wing and vertical stabilizer. The pilot reported there were no pre-impact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot failed to maintain obstacle clearance, and the airplane struck a transmission line wire during aerial application operations.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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