N53853

Substantial
None

BELLANCA 7GCBCS/N: 908-76

Accident Details

Date
Friday, October 10, 2025
NTSB Number
CEN26LA019
Location
Bonilla, SD
Event ID
20251015201859
Coordinates
44.562440, -98.467080
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 inadequate flight planning and his failure to maintain aircraft control during the precautionary off-airport landing.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
BELLANCA
Serial Number
908-76
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1976
Model / ICAO
7GCBCB407
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
2
FAA Model
7GCBC

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
SCHULTZ THOMAS O
Address
37592 188TH ST
City
TULARE
State / Zip Code
SD 57476-7519
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# CEN26LA019