Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary GAA20CA066

Gilbert, SC, USA

Aircraft #1

N24AU

American Aviation AA 5

Analysis

The pilot reported that the airplane was low on final approach to land and struck a tree. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left aileron. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

Factual Information

The pilot reported that, the airplane was low on final approach and struck a tree. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left aileron. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's improper approach path, which resulted in impact with a tree.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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