Final
2 minor
Aug 31, 2025
N45254 accident at Red Lodge, MT
Naval Aircraft Factory N3N-3 — Collision during takeoff/land at RED (Red Lodge, MT)
DateAug 31, 2025
Tail numberN45254
AircraftNaval Aircraft Factory N3N-3 · Naval Aircraft Factory N3N · N3N
LocationRED — Red Lodge, MT
Phase of flightLanding
OperationPart 91 Personal
Injuries2 minor
NTSB caseWPR25LA271
Probable cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from obstacles during an aborted landing. Contributing to the accident was the high density altitude weather condition.
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