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2005-09-14: Grumman G-164B (N6667Q) — Mike Jones Flying Service — Epps, LA

Epps, LA, US

On September 14, 2005, a Grumman G-164B (registration N6667Q) operated by Mike Jones Flying Service was involved in an aviation accident near Epps, LA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain clearance with the power lines. 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 17,500 hours of experience struck a power line and then flew into trees during an aerial application flight after delaying a planned turn.

Accident Details

A commercial pilot, who had accumulated 17,500 total flight hours, was conducting an aerial application flight on a northerly heading. The pilot was aware of power lines crossing his intended spray pattern and planned to "turn left before a creek and wooded area." However, he delayed altering his route and subsequently collided with the power line.

Pilot Account

In the NTSB Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident Report, the pilot stated that he "flew too far down the field to go under the power line to be able to turn, pull up, and avoid trees." The turbine-powered agricultural airplane clipped the power line and then flew into trees.

Weather Conditions

At the time of the accident, weather conditions were reported as few clouds at 4,100 feet, wind from 260 degrees at 8 knots, temperature 88 degrees Fahrenheit, and an altimeter setting of 29.88 inches of Mercury.

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/20051130X01913. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.