On April 20, 1985, a Grumman G-164A (registration N8729H) operated by Rebel Aviation Service was involved in an aviation accident near Coy, AR. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
An aircraft struck a set of power lines while approaching a field to dispense rice. The pilot had flown over the same lines for nearly two hours. The aircraft flipped inverted and caught fire.
Incident Description
During an agricultural mission to dispense rice, an aircraft was approaching a field when it collided with a set of power lines. The pilot had flown over these same power lines for approximately two hours prior to the accident. Flagmen on the ground reported hearing the aircraft strike the wires; one wire made a popping sound, indicating it may have detached from its pole. The remaining three wires stayed with the aircraft as it descended. The aircraft ultimately flipped onto its back and caught fire. The wires were found lying near the wreckage.
Investigation Findings
An examination of the aircraft revealed no pre-impact mechanical failures in the flight controls or engine components. The investigation noted that the transmission lines are difficult to see from both the ground and the air, as they blend with the background coloring. No further causal factors were identified in the source.
What happened in the 20 Apr 1985 Grumman G-164A accident near Coy, AR?
An aircraft struck a set of power lines while approaching a field to dispense rice. The pilot had flown over the same lines for nearly two hours. The aircraft flipped inverted and caught fire.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 20 Apr 1985 involved a Grumman G-164A, registration N8729H, operated by Rebel Aviation Service, at Coy, AR.
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