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FLIGHT DESIGN GMBH CTSW accident at Sanford, ME, 17 Oct 2024

Sanford, ME, United States

On October 17, 2024, a FLIGHT DESIGN GMBH CTSW was involved in an aviation accident near Sanford, ME. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, resulting in a runway excursion and collision with 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 the landing roll, resulting in a runway excursion and collision with terrain.

— NTSB Determination

Contributing factors

Directional control — Not attained/maintainedPilot

Related events

Same aircraft family

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 17 Oct 2024 FLIGHT DESIGN GMBH CTSW accident near Sanford, ME?

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

Were there any fatalities in the 17 Oct 2024 FLIGHT DESIGN GMBH CTSW accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 17 Oct 2024 involved a FLIGHT DESIGN GMBH CTSW, at Sanford, ME.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

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

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