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Substantial
None

American Aviation AA 5S/N: AA5-0588

Accident Details

Date
Saturday, November 2, 2019
NTSB Number
GAA20CA066
Location
Gilbert, SC
Event ID
20191108X95652
Coordinates
33.884166, -81.381668
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 improper approach path, which resulted in impact with a tree.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
AMERICAN AVIATION
Serial Number
AA5-0588
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1974
Model / ICAO
AA 5
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
4
FAA Model
AA-5

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
CASA OF SC LLC
Address
1154 BELLE ISLE RD UNIT 102
City
GEORGETOWN
State / Zip Code
SC 29440-7845
Country
United States

Analysis

The pilot reported that, the airplane was low on final approach and struck a tree.

The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left aileron.

The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions 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# GAA20CA066