N7315LAIR TRACTOR INC AT-5022025-11-05 NTSB Accident Report

Substantial
Serious

AIR TRACTOR INC AT-502S/N: 502-0006

Summary

On November 05, 2025, a Air Tractor INC AT-502 (N7315L) was involved in an accident near Gueydan, LA. 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 situational awareness and clearance from terrain while maneuvering to avoid birds.

This accident is documented in NTSB report CEN26LA036. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N7315L.

Accident Details

Date
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
NTSB Number
CEN26LA036
Location
Gueydan, LA
Event ID
20251106201962
Coordinates
30.021375, -92.513853
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 situational awareness and clearance from terrain while maneuvering to avoid birds.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
AIR TRACTOR INC
Serial Number
502-0006
Engine Type
Turbo-prop
Year Built
1987
Model / ICAO
AT-502AT5T
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
1
FAA Model
AT-502

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
COCO AVIATION LLC
Address
116 GUILLORY RD
City
PLAUCHEVILLE
State / Zip Code
LA 71362-2526
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# CEN26LA036