Pilot Debrief

CESSNA 172 near Murphysboro, IL — 2013-02-01

Final reportCEN13CA151
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Date
2013-02-01
Location
Murphysboro, IL, USA
Airport
MDH
Aircraft
CESSNA 172
Registration
N546A
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

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

NTSB narrative

The private pilot was attempting a soft field takeoff on a paved runway. He advanced the throttle to the full forward position and applied full back pressure on the flight controls to begin the takeoff roll. However, the airplane veered to the left. The pilot tried to counteract the veer by applying right rudder and when that was unsuccessful, elected to reject the takeoff. The airplane’s horizontal stabilizer was substantially damaged when the airplane exited the runway and struck a frangible airport sign. Postaccident examination revealed no mechanical malfunctions or anomalies with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

  • 3 docket documents
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Docket documents3

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