Final 1 minor Feb 28, 2026

N7864G accident at Bennettsville, SC

Cessna 172L — Collision during takeoff/land at Bennettsville, SC

DateFeb 28, 2026
Tail numberN7864G
AircraftCessna 172L · Cessna 172 Skyhawk · C172
LocationBennettsville, SC
Phase of flightTakeoff
OperationPart 91 Personal
Injuries1 minor
NTSB caseERA26LA132

Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from trees on takeoff from a rural road.

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