Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary WPR22LA325

Hope, AK, USA

Aircraft #1

N96095

TAYLORCRAFT BC12-D1

Analysis

The pilot reported that, while taxiing after landing, the left wing struck a tree, which resulted in substantial damage to the left wing. 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 failure to maintain clearance from a tree while taxiing.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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