TAYLORCRAFT BC12
Ozark, AR — August 9, 2025
Event Information
| Date | August 9, 2025 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN25LA312 |
| Event ID | 20250811200745 |
| Location | Ozark, AR |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 35.68022, -93.72411 |
| Airport | BYRDS BACKCOUNTRY AIRSTRIP |
| Highest Injury | SERS |
Aircraft
| Make | TAYLORCRAFT |
| Model | BC12 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 1 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 0 |
| Total Injured | 1 |
Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from a tree which resulted in the right wing impacting the tree and a subsequent collision with trees and terrain. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s decision to operate the airplane at a low altitude over trees.
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.