Accident Details
Date
Monday, June 5, 2023
NTSB Number
WPR23LA217
Location
Bakersfield, CA
Event ID
20230606192320
Coordinates
35.082813, -119.002670
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
Minor
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
1
Uninjured
0
Total Aboard
1
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot’s improper use of flaps during the takeoff sequence which resulted in a runway overrun and collision with trees.
Aircraft Information
Registration
N6174W
Make
AIR TRACTOR INC
Serial Number
502B-0351
Engine Type
Turbo-shaft
Registered Owner (Historical)
Name
WHEELER RIDGE AVIATION INC
Address
PO BOX 80777
Status
Deregistered
City
BAKERSFIELD
State / Zip Code
CA 93380-0777
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# WPR23LA217