Pilot Debrief

PIPER PA-28-181 near Sheboygan, WI — 2012-06-15

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Date
2012-06-15
Location
Sheboygan, WI, USA
Airport
SBM
Aircraft
PIPER PA-28-181
Registration
N721SM
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

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

NTSB narrative

As the airplane accelerated through about 50 knots during the takeoff roll, the airplane's right wing began to lift. When the pilot attempted to lower the right wing, the airplane veered to the left and exited the left side of the runway. The airplane entered a ditch and came to rest upright and partially submerged in water. Postaccident examination of the airplane showed substantial damage to both wings. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

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Docket documents1

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