DEHAVILLAND DHC-2
Gilbert, SC, February 5, 2022
Event Information
| Date | February 5, 2022 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| Location | Gilbert, SC |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 33.83716, -81.39509 |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
| NTSB Number | ERA22LA116 |
| Event ID | 20220207104598 |
Aircraft
| Make | DEHAVILLAND |
| Model | DHC-2 |
| Registration # | N1454Z |
| Operator | Out There Outfitters |
| Owner | Out There Outfitters |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 2 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot’s improper flap setting, which resulted in a collision with trees during a takeoff attempt from a short grass field.
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.