KINCAID WADE DAKOTA HAWK
San Simon, AZ — July 14, 2013
Event Information
| Date | July 14, 2013 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | WPR13CA330 |
| Event ID | 20130715X75803 |
| Location | San Simon, AZ |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 32.26556, -109.18389 |
| Highest Injury | SERS |
Aircraft
| Make | KINCAID WADE |
| Model | DAKOTA HAWK |
| 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 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from power lines during takeoff from an open field.
Full Narrative
The pilot would not provide a statement; however, the pilot's wife who was on the ground and witnessed the accident reported that she watched as the airplane took off from an open field. During the initial climb, the airplane struck power lines. She further reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. Responding law enforcement personnel reported that after the collision, the airplane collided with the ground in a nose low attitude substantially damaging the fuselage.
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.