Preliminary
1 fatal
Jul 12, 2025
N8186K crash at Hot Springs, SD
Piper PA-25 — Glider tow event at Hot Springs, SD
DateJul 12, 2025
Tail numberN8186K
AircraftPiper PA-25 · Piper Pawnee · PA25
LocationHot Springs, SD
Phase of flightInitial Climb
OperationPart 91 Glider tow
Injuries1 fatal
NTSB caseCEN25FA248
Report summary
Glider tow event during initial climb Injuries: 1 fatal. Conditions: VMC. In work.
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