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July 4, 2024 · Air Tractor AT-802 · N983LA
Brad, TX
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 4, 2024
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Brad, TX
Aircraft
Air Tractor AT-802 (2022)
Tail Number
N983LA
Operator
Henry S Aerial Service
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN24LA255
The pilot was performing firefighting activity at the time of the accident. He reported that after scooping a load of water and applying takeoff power, the airplane encountered a large boat wake which caused it to become airborne. However, the pilot did not have sufficient flight control authority to counter act the engine torque. The left float contacted the water, and the airplane veered to the left. The left-wing spar was damaged during the impact sequence. The pilot reported that there were no mechanical failures or malfunctions before the accident that would have precluded normal airplane operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
Environmental issues-Physical environment-Runway/land/takeoff/taxi surface-Choppy surface-Contributed to outcome
Full Narrative
The pilot was performing firefighting activity at the time of the accident. He reported that after scooping a load of water and applying takeoff power, the airplane encountered a large boat wake which caused it to become airborne. However, the pilot did not have sufficient flight control authority to counter act the engine torque. The left float contacted the water, and the airplane veered to the left. The left-wing spar was damaged during the impact sequence. The pilot reported that there were no mechanical failures or malfunctions before the accident that would have precluded normal airplane operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time14:30 CDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftAir Tractor AT-802
Tail NumberN983LA
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorHenry S Aerial Service
Operating RulePart 137
Engines1
Engine TypeTurboprop
Engine DetailsPratt & Whitney · PT6A-67F · Turboprop · 1600
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 65 · First Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind100° @ 7 kt, gusting 17 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point68 F
Altimeter29.87 inHg
Observation Time14:35
Weather SourceWFAC