Final 1 minor Jan 15, 2026

N8213R accident at Burnet, TX

Bellanca 17-30A — Loss of control on ground at BMQ (Burnet, TX)

DateJan 15, 2026
Tail numberN8213R
AircraftBellanca 17-30A · Bellanca Super Viking · BL17
LocationBMQ — Burnet, TX
Phase of flightStanding
OperationPart 91 Personal
Injuries1 minor
NTSB caseCEN26LA091

Probable cause

The pilot’s improper judgement to relinquish his pilot responsibilities to the passenger with the engine operating, which resulted in a loss of airplane control and impact with a parked vehicle.

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