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May 31, 1996 · Grumman G-164B · N6678Q
Newport, AR
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 31, 1996
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 minor injury)
Location
Newport, AR
Aircraft
Grumman G-164B
Tail Number
N6678Q
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
FTW96LA232
While spraying a field with chemicals, the airplane struck a power line and subsequently impacted the ground.
NTSB Probable Cause
failure of the pilot to maintain clearance from the power line.
Full Narrative
On May 31, 1996, at 0820 central daylight time, a Grumman G-164B, N6678Q, owned and operated by a private owner, sustained substantial damage after striking a power line while maneuvering near Newport, Arkansas. The instrument rated commercial pilot received minor injuries. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed, and no flight plan was filed for the Title 14 CFR Part 137 flight. The flight originated from a private strip 10 miles south west of Newport, Arkansas. According to the FAA, while spraying a field with chemical, the airplane struck power lines and subsequently impacted the ground. Repeated attempts to obtain NTSB form 6120.1/2 (Pilot/Operator Report) were unsuccessful.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time08:20 CDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Runway0
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftGrumman G-164B
Tail NumberN6678Q
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 137
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsP&W · R-985-AN1 · Reciprocating · 450
Seats1
People & Injuries
Injury Summary1 injury (1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 24 · Second Class
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind110° @ 8 kt
Visibility7 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 25000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point66 F / 57
Altimeter30.00 inHg
Observation Time12:53
Weather SourceWFAC