Pilot Hurt in Hendersonville Airport Takeoff Mishap; Investigation Begins
By Lucci | Published 2026-03-02T16:00:28.418Z
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Location: Asheville, NC, Hendersonville
Pilot injured in Hendersonville Airport crash during takeoff. FAA investigating. Minor injuries reported. Read more here.
A pilot was injured Sunday afternoon after an incident at Hendersonville Airport. The crash occurred during takeoff, and authorities are investigating the cause.What HappenedOn Sunday, March 1, 2026, at approximately 4:20 p.m., a small-engine experimental airplane crashed during takeoff from Hendersonville Airport at Johnson Field. The aircraft struck tree tops, resulting in minor injuries to the pilot, who was the sole occupant. No other injuries or ground damage were reported.Investigation Det
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