N232KTDEHAVILLAND DHC-2 MK 12025-08-09 NTSB Accident Report

Substantial
None

DEHAVILLAND DHC-2 MK 1S/N: 52

Summary

On August 09, 2025, a Dehavilland DHC-2 MK 1 (N232KT) was involved in an incident near Soldotna, AK. All 5 people aboard were uninjured. The aircraft sustained substantial damage.

The National Transportation Safety Board determined the probable cause of this incident to be: The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from rising terrain while maneuvering at low altitude.

This incident is documented in NTSB report ANC25LA085. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N232KT.

Accident Details

Date
Saturday, August 9, 2025
NTSB Number
ANC25LA085
Location
Soldotna, AK
Event ID
20250809200744
Coordinates
60.174017, -150.401880
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
5
Total Aboard
5

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from rising terrain while maneuvering at low altitude.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
DEHAVILLAND
Serial Number
52
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1948
Model / ICAO
DHC-2 MK 1
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
8
FAA Model
DHC-2 MK 1

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
RUSTAIR INC
Address
PO BOX 190867
City
ANCHORAGE
State / Zip Code
AK 99519-0867
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# ANC25LA085