No fatalities
9 May 2025: SCHWEIZER AIRCRAFT CORP G-164B — Williams Ag Service, LTD — Butte City, CA
On 9 May 2025, a SCHWEIZER AIRCRAFT CORP G-164B operated by Williams Ag Service, LTD was involved in an aviation accident near Butte City, CA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot’s use of engine beta prior to ensuring the tailwheel was on the ground during landing roll. 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 use of engine beta prior to ensuring the tailwheel was on the ground during landing roll.
— NTSB Determination
Contributing factors
PilotPitch control — Not attained/maintained