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August 10, 2006 · Grumman-Schweizer G-164A · N48461
Gering, NE
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
August 10, 2006
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Gering, NE
Aircraft
Grumman-Schweizer G-164A
Tail Number
N48461
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CHI06CA235
The airplane was damaged when it struck a power line during an aerial application flight. The pilot reported that he did not see the power lines until it was impossible to pull up over them. Examination of the airplane by a Federal Aviation Administration inspector confirmed that the damage to the airplane was substantial.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the power lines during the aerial application flight. Factors were the low altitude and power lines.
Full Narrative
The airplane was damaged when it struck a power line during an aerial application flight. The pilot reported that he did not see the power lines until it was impossible to pull up over them. Examination of the airplane by a Federal Aviation Administration inspector confirmed that the damage to the airplane was substantial.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time08:20 MDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft
AircraftGrumman-Schweizer G-164A
Tail NumberN48461
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 137
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsPratt & Whitney · R1340 · Reciprocating
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 31 · First Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point0 C / 0 C
Altimeter0