Pilot Debrief

MARTIN UAV VBAT near Douglas, AZ — 2025-04-08

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Date
2025-04-08
Location
Douglas, AZ, USA
Airport
DUG
Aircraft
MARTIN UAV VBAT
Registration
N443VA
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The malfunction of the throttle servo which resulted in the complete loss of engine power.

NTSB narrative

The operator of the unmanned aircraft system (UAS) reported that during a test flight, the throttle servo malfunction resulting in complete loss of engine power. The pilot was able to maneuver the UAS to a safe location where it impacted terrain, resulting in substantial damage to the fuselage and flight control surfaces.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

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