# NTSB Accident CEN23LA335
> **PIPER PA-25-235** · 2023-07-28 · Tyler, MN, USA · NONE
## Event
- **NTSB number:** CEN23LA335
- **Event ID:** 20230731192748
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2023-07-28
- **Location:** Tyler, MN, USA
- **Coordinates:** 44.291693, -96.153769
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** NONE
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 0
- **Uninjured:** 1
- **Total aboard:** 1
## Aircraft
- **Make:** PIPER
- **Model:** PA-25-235
- **Registration:** N7094Z
- **FAR Part:** 137
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** DAYL
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

The pilot’s improper flap position during takeoff, which resulted in degraded climb performance and a collision with terrain.

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