Accident Details
Date
Sunday, August 14, 2011
NTSB Number
CEN11CA576
Location
Stanberry, MO
Event ID
20110815X81140
Coordinates
40.217777, -94.538055
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’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff.
Aircraft Information
Registration
N42860
Make
PIPER
Serial Number
28-7410075
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Registered Owner (Historical)
Name
FLYING FARMERS
Address
C/O CARL MESSNER ETAL
5739 US HIGHWAY 136
Status
Deregistered
City
ALBANY
State / Zip Code
MO 64402-8178
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot reported that during takeoff from a private grass airstrip, the airplane struck a fence post that was located on the side of the runway. A postaccident examination showed there was substantial damage to the firewall and fuselage. The pilot reported that the airplane did not have a mechanical or systems failure.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# CEN11CA576