Single Engine Air Tanker Wire Strike 2016

While conducting fire suppression operations, a Single Engine Air Tanker (SEAT) struck a powerline while on final approach for a drop. The pilot was unaware of the strike at the time it occurred. Following the successful drop, the pilot looked out at his left wing and realized that numerous (21) vortex generators were missing. He informed the Air Attack Group Supervisor (ATGS) and it was recommended that he go to Lewiston, Idaho. However, the Pilot decided that he would return to base at McCall, Idaho.

Fixed Wing, Initial Attack, Aviation, Fixed Wing Incident or Accident