Pilot Debrief

CESSNA 175C near Humphrey, AR — 2010-10-08

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Date
2010-10-08
Location
Humphrey, AR, USA
Aircraft
CESSNA 175C
Registration
N8323T
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
Minor
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from a static wire while maneuvering at a low altitude.

NTSB narrative

The pilot and passenger planned to disperse cremated remains from the airplane during the flight. As the pilot made a low pass over the graveyard, he heard a loud "bang" and the windshield broke. The pilot was able to remain airborne and returned to the airport for a normal landing. Examination of the airplane and accident site revealed that the airplane struck a static wire, impacting the airplane’s windshield and instrument panel. The wire continued to cut into the left and right sides of the airplane, resulting in structural damage to the fuselage. Following the accident, the pilot reported no preimpact anomalies with the airplane.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

  • 2 docket documents
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Docket documents2

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