Final None Feb 5, 2022

N1454Z accident at Gilbert, SC

Dehavilland DHC-2 — Collision during takeoff/land at Gilbert, SC

DateFeb 5, 2022
Tail numberN1454Z
AircraftDe Havilland DHC-2 · De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver · DHC2
LocationGilbert, SC
Phase of flightTakeoff
OperationPart 91 Personal
InjuriesNone
NTSB caseERA22LA116

Probable cause

The pilot’s improper flap setting, which resulted in a collision with trees during a takeoff attempt from a short grass field.

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