# NTSB Accident FTW99LA255
> **Bell OH-58A** · 1999-09-26 · RATCLIFF, TX, USA · NONE
## Event
- **NTSB number:** FTW99LA255
- **Event ID:** 20001212X19765
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 1999-09-26
- **Location:** RATCLIFF, TX, USA
- **Coordinates:** 31.390628, -95.130378
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** NONE
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 1
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Bell
- **Model:** OH-58A
- **Registration:** N523SP
- **FAR Part:** 137
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain clearance with the tree while maneuvering during an aerial application flight.  Factors were the sunglare, and the pilot's diverted attention while adjusting the GPS receiver.

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