No fatalities
DEHAVILLAND DHC-2 accident at Gilbert, SC, 5 Feb 2022
On February 5, 2022, a DEHAVILLAND DHC-2 operated by Out There Outfitters was involved in an aviation accident near Gilbert, SC. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot’s improper flap setting, which resulted in a collision with trees during a takeoff attempt from a short grass field. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
Probable cause
The pilot’s improper flap setting, which resulted in a collision with trees during a takeoff attempt from a short grass field.
— NTSB Determination
Contributing factors
PilotIncorrect use/operation