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Tree Strike During Aerial Application Training (N4900Y)

Catoosa, OK, US

On March 30, 1995, a Piper PA-25-235 (registration N4900Y) was involved in an aviation accident near Catoosa, OK. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN TERRAIN AND OBSTACLE CLEARANCE. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

During aerial application training, an airplane's wheels struck trees during a turnaround maneuver. The aircraft descended through trees and came to rest nose-down vertical. No mechanical anomalies were found.

Accident Details

An aerial application student was practicing swaths over trees. The instructor, who was maintaining radio contact with the pilot from the ground, observed the airplane's wheels contact the trees as the pilot completed a turn around maneuver. Following the contact, the airplane descended through the trees, coming to rest in a nose-down vertical position.

Aircraft Examination

A Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) inspector examined the airplane. The examination did not disclose any mechanical or structural anomalies. The specific aircraft type, registration, and operator were not identified in the report. No information regarding the date, time of day, weather, or location was provided. The source does not mention any injuries, fatalities, or damage extent.

Controlled flight into terrain

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 30 Mar 1995 Piper PA-25-235 accident near Catoosa, OK?

During aerial application training, an airplane's wheels struck trees during a turnaround maneuver. The aircraft descended through trees and came to rest nose-down vertical. No mechanical anomalies were found.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 30 Mar 1995 involved a Piper PA-25-235, registration N4900Y, at Catoosa, OK.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN TERRAIN AND OBSTACLE CLEARANCE.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001207X03128. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.