Early Analysis: Epic E1000 Crash at Steamboat Springs

Just after midnight on Friday, February 13th, an Epic E1000 registered as N98FK crashed just outside of Steamboat Springs (KSBS) in Colorado. 00:00 Introduction 01:17 About the Flight 02:52 Approach Analysis 04:18 NTSB Considerations 05:00 Takeaways 05:30 Risks 07:44 Circling 08:39 Personal Minimums 08:58 Final Thoughts A Message from ASI Staff: We share a deep passion for aviation safety. As compassionate pilots, we bring together safety research, analysis, and knowledge in creative ways to share aviation safety education with you—with the ultimate goal of one day having zero fatal accidents in GA. If you find this information valuable, please consider a donation to support our work. https://bit.ly/AOPASafetyDonate The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit https://www.aopa.org/joinforsafety Check out the Air Safety Institute Website: https://www.aopa.org/training-and-saf... Follow AOPA on X: https://x.com/flywithaopa Follow AOPA on Instagram:   / flywithaopa   Follow AOPA on Facebook:   / flywithaopa   #aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying