- Location: Gaffney, South Carolina
- Accident Number: ERA26LA017
- Date & Time: October 13, 2025, 17:10 Local
- Registration: UNREG
- Aircraft: Tricks Trike Storm
- Aircraft Damage: Substantial
- Defining Event: Loss of control in flight
- Injuries: 2 Serious
- Flight Conducted Under: Part 91: General aviation - Personal
https://data.ntsb.gov/carol-repgen/api/Aviation/ReportMain/GenerateNewestReport/201866/pdf
https://data.ntsb.gov/Docket?ProjectID=201866
The pilot of an unregistered experimental weight-shift-control aircraft was attempting to depart from private property with one passenger onboard. The pilot reported that during the initial climb after takeoff, while attempting to clear trees, the aircraft stalled and impacted terrain. The aircraft sustained substantial damage to the fuselage and wings. The pilot reported that there were no pre-accident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the aircraft that would have precluded normal operation.
- Probable Cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain aircraft control during the initial climb, which resulted in an impact with terrain.
If they want to fly themselves around in a flimsy piece of crap like this, then they shouldn't invite innocent, unknowing passengers along to die with them.
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