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Loss of Control During Practice Swath Run Results in Tree Collision (N53340)

Garfield, GA, US

On June 13, 1995, a Cessna 188 (registration N53340) was involved in an aviation accident near Garfield, GA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN FLYING SPEED DURING A CLIMBOUT FROM A SWATH RUN WHICH RESULTED IN A STALL AND THE SUBSEQUENT COLLISION WITH TREES. 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 2026-06-10Data APIEditorial standards

During practice swath runs, the pilot lost control during climbout after the airplane stalled. The airplane collided with trees. No mechanical issues were found.

Accident Sequence

The pilot was conducting a series of practice swath runs. During the climbout from one run, the pilot lost control of the airplane. The pilot stated that the airplane stalled during the climb. The airplane subsequently collided with trees located at the departure end of the swath run.

Investigation Findings

An examination of the airplane was performed following the accident. This examination failed to disclose any mechanical problem. Additionally, an examination of the accident site disclosed that the airplane wreckage sustained tree and ground impact damage along the leading edge of the wing assembly.

Loss of control in flight

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001207X03608. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.