Casualties unknown

2004-06-03: Air Tractor AT-502B (N5002D) — Weldon Flying Service, Llc — Weldon, AR

Weldon, AR, US

On June 3, 2004, an Air Tractor AT-502B (registration N5002D) operated by Weldon Flying Service, Llc was involved in an aviation accident near Weldon, AR. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain an adequate visual lookout during approach to landing, which resulted in a midair collision between the two airplanes. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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Two low-wing AT-502B aircraft collided during landing at an uncontrolled private airstrip. One aircraft was touching down when the other landed on top, with both pilots providing statements.

Accident

Two low-wing AT-502B aircraft were involved in a collision while landing at an uncontrolled private airstrip. One aircraft was on short final approach while the other was touching down on the runway. The airplane that was landing on top struck the other, resulting in the two aircraft colliding.

Pilot Statements

The pilot of the aircraft that was touching down, who had accumulated 1,900 flight hours, reported that the other airplane "landed on top" and cut into his airplane. The pilot of the other AT-502B, with 20,000 flight hours, stated that due to the altitude and attitude of the airplanes, he did not see the other airplane.

The incident occurred during daylight hours. No further details about the sequence of events or the extent of any damage have been released.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20040616X00799. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.