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N915AJ accident description

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Crash location 36.221667°N, 90.834722°W
Nearest city Pocahontas, AR
36.261455°N, 90.971233°W
8.1 miles away
Tail number N915AJ
Accident date 15 Jun 2017
Aircraft type Air Tractor Inc At 802
Additional details: None

NTSB Factual Report

The aerial application pilot reported that, during the initial climb as soon as the airplane "broke ground," he turned left and subsequently encountered turbulence that caused the left wing to "dip." He added that, he applied full right aileron and rudder, but the airplane continued to sink and turn left. Subsequently, the left wing impacted terrain, the airplane cartwheeled, and a post-crash fire ensued.

The fuselage, empennage, and both wings sustained substantial damage during the impact and post-crash fire.

The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

An automated weather observation station, 12 nautical miles south, about the time of the accident, reported the wind as calm, clear skies, temperature 84°F (29°C), and dewpoint 64°F (18°C).

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot's failure to maintain lateral/bank control during the initial climb in turbulent conditions.

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