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November 9, 2025 · Beech 95-A55 · N500CA
Southern Pines, NC
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
November 9, 2025
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Southern Pines, NC
Aircraft
Beech 95-A55 (1963)
Tail Number
N500CA
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA26LA037
The pilot reported that he was departing in a multi-engine airplane at night. During the takeoff roll, a small animal darted towards the runway. Distracted, he released a small amount of rudder pressure but elected to continue the takeoff. The airplane subsequently collided with a runway edge light, which resulted in substantial damage to the left aileron. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff at night, while distracted by an animal approaching the runway, which resulted in collision with a runway light.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that he was departing in a multi-engine airplane at night. During the takeoff roll, a small animal darted towards the runway. Distracted, he released a small amount of rudder pressure but elected to continue the takeoff. The airplane subsequently collided with a runway edge light, which resulted in substantial damage to the left aileron. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time05:10 EST
Nearest AirportMoore County Airport (0nm)
Runway23
Runway Length6503 ft
Runway Width150 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftBeech 95-A55
Tail NumberN500CA
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines2
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · IO-520 · Reciprocating · 300 | Continental · IO-520 · Reciprocating · 300
Seats6
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 36 · First Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDark Night
Wind210° @ 7 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingOvercast 900 ft
Temperature / Dew Point66 F / 66 F
Altimeter29.82 inHg
Observation Time04:56
Weather SourceWFAC