Primary finding
Probable cause
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance with the tree while maneuvering during an aerial application flight. Factors were the sunglare, and the pilot's diverted attention while adjusting the GPS receiver.
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NTSB investigation record
FTW99LA255
CompletedBell Oh-58A· N523SP
- Date
- September 26, 1999
- Location
- Ratcliff, TX
- Conditions
- VMC
- Record
- Completed
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