No fatalities
5 Jun 2023: AIR TRACTOR INC AT-502B — WHEELER RIDGE AVIATION INC — Bakersfield, CA
On 5 Jun 2023, an AIR TRACTOR INC AT-502B operated by WHEELER RIDGE AVIATION INC was involved in an aviation accident near Bakersfield, CA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot’s improper use of flaps during the takeoff sequence which resulted in a runway overrun and collision with trees. 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 use of flaps during the takeoff sequence which resulted in a runway overrun and collision with trees.
— NTSB Determination
Contributing factors
PilotCapability exceededIncorrect use/operationEffect on equipment