# NTSB Accident ERA15CA209
> **CESSNA 150D** · 2015-05-08 · Balsam Grove, NC, USA · NONE
## Event
- **NTSB number:** ERA15CA209
- **Event ID:** 20150512X51815
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2015-05-08
- **Location:** Balsam Grove, NC, USA
- **Coordinates:** 35.225276, -82.864166
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** NONE
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 1
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** CESSNA
- **Model:** 150D
- **Registration:** N5981T
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's decision to attempt an off airport takeoff, and failure to maintain adequate clearance during the initial climb in crosswind conditions, which resulted in a collision with trees.

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