Accident Details
Date
Thursday, October 20, 2016
NTSB Number
GAA17CA036
Location
Carrabassett, ME
Event ID
20161024X01230
Coordinates
45.082500, -70.213890
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
2
Total Aboard
2
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from trees while maneuvering at a low altitude.
Aircraft Information
Registration
N1706F
Make
CESSNA
Serial Number
17255101
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Registered Owner (Historical)
Name
SALE REPORTED
Address
802 HURT RD
Status
Deregistered
City
BLOOMBURG
State / Zip Code
TX 75556-2620
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot reported that after departure he flew south along a river for about five miles. He then turned east toward his destination airport, but needed to climb over a mountain ridge. During the climb, the landing gear impacted the top of trees; subsequently, the airplane nosed down and impacted terrain.
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage.
The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# GAA17CA036