Accident Details
Date
Friday, July 11, 2008
NTSB Number
DFW08CA182
Location
Baton Rouge, LA
Event ID
20080811X01213
Coordinates
30.476943, -91.388885
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the transmission wire.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
TRI-COUNTY SPRAYERS INC
Address
15994 FM 668
City
HAMLIN
State / Zip Code
TX 79520-6606
Country
United States
Analysis
A 26,090-hour commercial pilot maneuvered the airplane for an agricultural application pass when the airplane's landing gear contacted a transmission wire. The wire entangled with the airplane resulting in a loss of control and subsequent collision with terrain. The airplane was substantially damaged and the pilot was able to egress the airplane. The pilot reported that there were no malfunctions or mechanical failures prior to contact with the transmission wire.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# DFW08CA182