Casualties unknown

2004-04-13: Air Tractor AT-402B (N852JH) — Goliad, TX

Goliad, TX, US

On April 13, 2004, an Air Tractor AT-402B (registration N852JH) was involved in an aviation accident near Goliad, TX. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain clearance with power lines while maneuvering during an aerial application flight. 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 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

A commercial pilot with 9,000 hours was performing aerial applications when the airplane struck a power line, impacting the ground 150 yards away. Debris and scuff marks were found on the cables. No eyewitnesses or post-impact fire reported.

Accident Overview

A commercial pilot with 9,000 flight hours was conducting aerial application operations when the airplane struck a power line. The aircraft had previously flown beneath electrical power lines before the left wing tip section made contact with the cables. The airplane then impacted the ground approximately 150 yards from the power lines.

Wreckage and Evidence

Following the accident, airplane debris was discovered beneath the power lines. Investigators noted scuff markings on the electrical cables, indicating contact with the aircraft. No post-impact fire was reported, and no eyewitnesses to the event were identified.

Pilot and Operational Context

The pilot held a commercial certificate and had logged 9,000 hours of flight time. The intended purpose of the flight was aerial application. No further details regarding the aircraft type, registration, or operator were specified in the source.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20040429X00530. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.