Probable cause
The uncertificated pilot’s failure to maintain control of the powered parachute during takeoff.
NTSB analysis
The noncertificated pilot reported that both a gust of wind and improper application of rudder during takeoff in his powered parachute resulted in him impacting trees to the left of the departure runway. This impact resulted in substantial damage to the airframe tubing. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the powered parachute that would have precluded normal operation.
Text from the NTSB. Open the NTSB docket for ERA23LA003 for the full record.
Event
- Date
- Sep 24, 2022
- Type
- Accident
- Place
- Oneonta, Alabama
- Nearest airport
- Robbins Fld (20A)
- Highest injury
- Serious
- Serious injuries
- 1
- Minor injuries
- 1
- Weather
- Visual (VMC)
- Light
- Day
Destiny XLT
- N-number
- N5065Q
- Category
- Powered parachute
- Year built
- 2006
- Damage
- Substantial
- Operating rule
- Part 91 (general aviation)
- Purpose of flight
- Personal
From the NTSB aviation accident database: N-registered aircraft, events since 2008, data through Oct 28, 2026. The file is published monthly, so the latest weeks are incomplete and recent records can change. The official source is the NTSB aviation investigation search. CheckAero is independent and not affiliated with the NTSB.