Ground collision: Piper PA-28-181 Archer TX, N620AC, accident occurred on December 11, 2025, at Treasure Coast International Airport (FPR/KFPR), Fort Pierce, Florida

• Location: Fort Pierce, Florida 
• Accident Number: ERA26LA068 
• Date & Time: December 11, 2025, 10:25 Local 
• Registration: N620AC 
• Aircraft: Piper PA-28-181 
• Aircraft Damage: Substantial 
• Defining Event: Ground collision 
• Injuries: 2 None 
• Flight Conducted Under: Part 91: General aviation - Personal

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The pilot reported that during the flight his seat had lowered and resulted in reduced forward visibility. After landing the pilot taxied back to the ramp and attempted to locate the designated parking spot for the airplane. While attempting to locate the parking spot, airplane’s left wing struck a light pole, which substantially damaged it. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

- Probable Cause: The pilot’s inadequate visual lookout while taxing, which resulted in the airplane striking a light pole.