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October 13, 2025 · Tricks Trike Storm · UNREG
Gaffney, SC
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
October 13, 2025
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (2 serious injuries)
Location
Gaffney, SC
Aircraft
Tricks Trike Storm
Tail Number
UNREG
Injuries
Serious
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA26LA017
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.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain aircraft control during the initial climb, which resulted in an impact with terrain.
Full Narrative
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.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time17:10 EDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftTricks Trike Storm
Tail NumberUNREG
Aircraft CategoryWsft
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsRotax · Reciprocating
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury Summary2 injuries (2 serious injuries)
Fatal0
Serious2
Minor0
Uninjured0
Total2
Crew 1Age 61 · Sprt · Serious
Crew 2Serious
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind20° @ 4 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 8500 ft
Temperature / Dew Point52 F
Altimeter29.91 inHg
Observation Time16:55
Weather SourceWFAC