N7503L

Substantial
Minor

SCHWEIZER AIRCRAFT CORP G-164BS/N: 826B

Accident Details

Date
Friday, May 9, 2025
NTSB Number
WPR25LA158
Location
Butte City, CA
Event ID
20250519200178
Coordinates
39.472894, -121.990580
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 use of engine beta prior to ensuring the tailwheel was on the ground during landing roll.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
SCHWEIZER AIRCRAFT CORP
Serial Number
826B
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Model / ICAO
G-164BG164
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
1
FAA Model
G-164B

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
CW EQUIPMENT RENTALS INC
Address
3184 HAWKINS LN
City
BIGGS
State / Zip Code
CA 95917-9752
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# WPR25LA158