Preliminary
1 fatal
May 26, 2026
N8656L crash at Saratoga Springs, NY
Piper PA-25-235 — Loss of control in flight at 5B2 (Saratoga Springs, NY)
DateMay 26, 2026
Tail numberN8656L
AircraftPiper PA-25-235 · Piper Pawnee · PA25
Location5B2 — Saratoga Springs, NY
Phase of flightInitial Climb
OperationPart 91 Glider tow
Injuries1 fatal
NTSB caseERA26FA214
Report summary
Loss of control in flight during initial climb Injuries: 1 fatal. Conditions: VMC. In work.
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