N185YT

Substantial
None

CESSNA 185S/N: 185-0145

Accident Details

Date
Tuesday, July 6, 2021
NTSB Number
ANC21LA053
Location
Kenney Lake, AK
Event ID
20210707103436
Coordinates
61.731800, -144.943600
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 adequate clearance from a tree during takeoff, which resulted in a loss of directional control and impact with terrain.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
CESSNA
Serial Number
185-0145
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Model / ICAO
185C185
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
6
FAA Model
185

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
SUTTON AIRCRAFT SALVAGE LLC
Address
13500 E JENSEN AVE
City
PALMER
State / Zip Code
AK 99645-9430
Country
United States

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ANC21LA053