Final 1 fatal Jan 12, 2025

N8569V crash at Batesville, AR

Bellanca 7GCBC — Low altitude operation/event at Batesville, AR

DateJan 12, 2025
Tail numberN8569V
AircraftBellanca 7GCBC · Bellanca Citabria Explorer · CH7B
LocationBatesville, AR
Phase of flightManeuvering
OperationPart 91 Personal
Injuries1 fatal
NTSB caseCEN25LA075

Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from powerlines while flying at low altitude.

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