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NORTH AMERICAN AT-6D accident at Pickens, SC, 24 Oct 2021

Pickens, SC, United States

On October 24, 2021, a NORTH AMERICAN AT-6D was involved in an aviation accident near Pickens, SC. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing, resulting in a runway excursion and collision with rocky terrain. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

SourcesNTSBPrimary reportUpdated 2026-08-03Data APIEditorial standards

Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing, resulting in a runway excursion and collision with rocky terrain.

— NTSB Determination

Contributing factors

Directional control — Not attained/maintainedPilotContributed to outcome

Related events

Same aircraft family

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 24 Oct 2021 NORTH AMERICAN AT-6D accident near Pickens, SC?

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing, resulting in a runway excursion and collision with rocky terrain.

Were there any fatalities in the 24 Oct 2021 NORTH AMERICAN AT-6D accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 24 Oct 2021 involved a NORTH AMERICAN AT-6D, at Pickens, SC.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing, resulting in a runway excursion and collision with rocky terrain.

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