Summary
On April 13, 2007, a Cessna U206G (N756HQ) was involved in an incident near Glendale, AZ. All 1 person aboard were uninjured. The aircraft sustained substantial damage.
The National Transportation Safety Board determined the probable cause of this incident to be: The pilot's failure to properly latch the door prior to takeoff.
The private pilot reported that he was conducting a flight for night currency. Shortly after takeoff, approximately 20 feet above ground level (agl), the rear cargo door opened. The pilot landed on the remaining runway without further incident. Post accident examination of the cargo door revealed substantial damage to the door support assembly and fuselage. The pilot stated he secured the door prior to takeoff; however, he did not have the door fully pushed in and latched.
This incident is documented in NTSB report SEA07CA117. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N756HQ.
Accident Details
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot's failure to properly latch the door prior to takeoff.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Analysis
The private pilot reported that he was conducting a flight for night currency. Shortly after takeoff, approximately 20 feet above ground level (agl), the rear cargo door opened. The pilot landed on the remaining runway without further incident. Post accident examination of the cargo door revealed substantial damage to the door support assembly and fuselage. The pilot stated he secured the door prior to takeoff; however, he did not have the door fully pushed in and latched.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# SEA07CA117