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August 2, 2025 · Cessna A185E · N2252T

Warren, ID

Overview

Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
August 2, 2025
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Warren, ID
Aircraft
Cessna A185E (1968)
Tail Number
N2252T
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR25LA238

The pilot stated that during takeoff, the airplane encountered a large gust of wind. The airplane was pushed to the left of the runway’s center and continued off the edge of the runway. The left wing collided with trees, which resulted in substantial damage to the wings and fuselage. The pilot stated that there were no pre impact mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot’s failure to adequately compensate for a wind gust during the departure roll, which resulted in a loss of directional control and a runway excursion.

Full Narrative

The pilot stated that during takeoff, the airplane encountered a large gust of wind. The airplane was pushed to the left of the runway’s center and continued off the edge of the runway. The left wing collided with trees, which resulted in substantial damage to the wings and fuselage. The pilot stated that there were no pre impact mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time11:45 MDT
Nearest AirportWARREN (0nm)
Runway12
Runway Length2766 ft
Runway Width50 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftCessna A185E
Tail NumberN2252T
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · IO-520D · Reciprocating · 285
Seats6

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 67 · Second Class · None

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind270° @ 8 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point46 F
Altimeter30.31 inHg
Observation Time11:51
Weather SourceWFAC

Appendix: Source Data