N8515GAIR TRACTOR INC AT-802A2024-05-01 NTSB Accident Report

Substantial
Serious

AIR TRACTOR INC AT-802AS/N: 802A-0180

Summary

On May 01, 2024, a Air Tractor INC AT-802A (N8515G) was involved in an accident near England, AR. The accident resulted in 1 serious injury. The aircraft sustained substantial damage.

The National Transportation Safety Board determined the probable cause of this accident to be: The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from tower guy wires while maneuvering during a low-level aerial application flight.

This accident is documented in NTSB report CEN24LA175. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N8515G.

Accident Details

Date
Wednesday, May 1, 2024
NTSB Number
CEN24LA175
Location
England, AR
Event ID
20240505194206
Coordinates
34.603597, -91.881838
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
Serious
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
1
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
0
Total Aboard
1

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from tower guy wires while maneuvering during a low-level aerial application flight.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
AIR TRACTOR INC
Serial Number
802A-0180
Engine Type
Turbo-shaft
Year Built
2004
Model / ICAO
AT-802AAT8T
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1

Registered Owner (Historical)

Name
COUNTY LINE FLYING SERVICE INC
Address
PO BOX 134
Status
Deregistered
City
COY
State / Zip Code
AR 72037-0134
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# CEN24LA175