AERO COMMANDER 680E near Crescent City, FL — 2013-12-03

Probable cause

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

NTSB narrative

The pilot reported that the airplane "hesitated" during the takeoff roll due to the added weight of the passengers on board and the grass surface of the departure airstrip. He said he then added "extra" engine power at rotation, and that the left engine accelerated more quickly than the right, which resulted in an adverse yaw to the right and collision with trees along the right side of the runway. The subsequent collision with trees and terrain resulted in substantial damage to the airframe. According to the pilot, there were no mechanical deficiencies with the airplane that would have prevented normal operation.

NTSB coding

• Loss of control on ground · Takeoff

Evidence available

• Photos
• 4 docket documents

Docket documents4

• Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident Report, NTSB Form 6120.1 Memorandum for Recordform
• Pilot Interview Summaryinterview
• Photo 1 - View of Airplane as Foundphotos
• Photo 2 - View of Airplane Facing Opposite Direction of Travelphotos

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