# NTSB Accident GAA17CA545
> **DEDEAUX GARY G GN-1** · 2017-09-02 · Elba, AL, USA · NONE
## Event
- **NTSB number:** GAA17CA545
- **Event ID:** 20170905X13446
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2017-09-02
- **Location:** Elba, AL, USA
- **Coordinates:** 31.455833, -86.098335
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** NONE
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 2
- **Total aboard:** 2
## Aircraft
- **Make:** DEDEAUX GARY G
- **Model:** GN-1
- **Registration:** N168BD
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** —
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot's incorrect pitch control during the initial climb, which resulted in his decision to abort the takeoff and a subsequent hard landing.

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