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July 29, 2008 · Wsl Pzl Mielec · N81541
Caldwell, ID
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 29, 2008
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 minor injury)
Location
Caldwell, ID
Aircraft
Wsl Pzl Mielec
Tail Number
N81541
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
SEA08CA168
The Federal Aviation Administration inspector reported that he discussed the accident with the pilot. The pilot indicated to the FAA inspector that he was conducting aerial application operations. He was flying over the field and going to pass below a power line. As he neared the power line, he noticed a vehicle on the road. The pilot gained altitude in order to provide separation between the airplane and the vehicle. As the airplane gained altitude, it collided with the power lines. The airplane then descended into the terrain. There were no mechanical anomalies reported with the airplane. At the time of this report, the pilot did not submit NTSB Form 6120.1/2, the Pilot Operator Report.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot failed to maintain clearance from a power line while maneuvering. Contributing to the accident was a vehicle.
Full Narrative
The Federal Aviation Administration inspector reported that he discussed the accident with the pilot. The pilot indicated to the FAA inspector that he was conducting aerial application operations. He was flying over the field and going to pass below a power line. As he neared the power line, he noticed a vehicle on the road. The pilot gained altitude in order to provide separation between the airplane and the vehicle. As the airplane gained altitude, it collided with the power lines. The airplane then descended into the terrain. There were no mechanical anomalies reported with the airplane. At the time of this report, the pilot did not submit NTSB Form 6120.1/2, the Pilot Operator Report.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time05:44 PDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireGrd
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftWsl Pzl Mielec
Tail NumberN81541
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 137
Engines1
Engine TypeTurboprop
Engine DetailsGarrett · TPE-731 · Turboprop
People & Injuries
Injury Summary1 injury (1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 44 · Second Class
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind140° @ 6 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point54 / 45 C
Altimeter29.94 inHg
Weather SourceWFAC