Pilot Debrief

CESSNA 172R near Everett, WA — 2012-08-14

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Date
2012-08-14
Location
Everett, WA, USA
Airport
PAE
Aircraft
CESSNA 172R
Registration
N863CP
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff.

NTSB narrative

The student pilot reported that he was practicing touch-and-go takeoffs and landings. The landing that immediately preceded the accident was uneventful; however, as the airplane accelerated for takeoff, it veered to the left. Despite the pilot’s control inputs, the airplane continued to veer to the left and struck a runway sign, substantially damaging the fuselage and empennage. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

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