CESSNA 170B
Ozark, AR — September 12, 2021
Event Information
| Date | September 12, 2021 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN21LA415 |
| Event ID | 20210913103844 |
| Location | Ozark, AR |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 35.48700, -93.82770 |
| Airport | Byrd's Backcountry Airstrip |
| Highest Injury | SERS |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | 170B |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 2 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 0 |
| Total Injured | 2 |
Probable Cause
The pilot’s inadequate takeoff performance planning that resulted in a climb gradient too low to clear trees on departure, and his failure to maintain aircraft control that resulted in an aerodynamic stall and impact with terrain.
About This NTSB Record
This aviation event was investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). NTSB investigates all U.S. civil aviation accidents to determine probable cause and issue safety recommendations to prevent future accidents.