Final
1 fatal
May 28, 2022
N178LB crash at Whiskerville, AR
Grumman American Avn. Corp G-164 — Loss of control on ground at Whiskerville, AR
DateMay 28, 2022
Tail numberN178LB
AircraftGrumman American G-164 · Grumman Ag-Cat · G164
LocationWhiskerville, AR
Phase of flightLanding
OperationPart 137 Aerial application
Injuries1 fatal
NTSB caseCEN22FA215
Probable cause
The pilot misjudged the approach during the emergency landing, likely due to the full chemical load, and impacted a ditch, resulting in substantial damage and postimpact fire. Contributing to the pilot’s injuries was the lack of a crash-resistant fuel system in the airplane.
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