Accident Details
Date
Saturday, July 18, 2009
NTSB Number
CEN09CA449
Location
Toronto, OH
Event ID
20090720X81753
Coordinates
40.475833, -80.628051
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot not turning off the carburetor heat prior to takeoff resulting in the engine's reduced performance, and his failure to remain clear of the tree during takeoff.
Aircraft Information
Model / ICAO
TIGER CUB
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
2
FAA Model
TIGER CUB SPORT II
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
COREY BENJAMIN
Address
9780 ELKTON RD
City
LISBON
State / Zip Code
OH 44432-8510
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot reported that he performed a takeoff and landed to a full stop. During his next takeoff he stated that he noticed that his airplane was not climbing and his RPM's were low. He clipped a small tree and elected to land in a nearby field. He said, "I now realize I never turned off carb heat before the second takeoff."
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# CEN09CA449