Accident Details
Probable Cause and Findings
THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN AIRSPEED RESULTING IN AN INADVERTENT STALL.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Historical)
Analysis
On July 7, 1995, at 1110 central daylight time, a Cessna 152, N6306H, was substantially damaged during takeoff near Bridgeport, Texas. The student pilot was not injured. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed for the instructional flight.
In an interview with a Federal Aviation Administration inspector, the pilot reported that during takeoff, following a touch and go landing, the engine lost power. The pilot further reported that airspeed was lost and the aircraft nosed over and struck the ground. Witnesses to the accident reported observing the aircraft approximately 80 to 100 feet above the ground in a "nose high attitude" and then "descend at a 35 degree angle" prior to impact.
Post-crash examination of the aircraft revealed structural damage to the engine mounts, fuselage, and firewall. The examination did not reveal any anomalies that could have led to a loss of control.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# FTW95LA286