Accident Details
Date
Tuesday, August 14, 2012
NTSB Number
WPR12CA357
Location
Everett, WA
Event ID
20120814X44620
Coordinates
47.904167, -122.275558
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
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
NET QUEST MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC
Address
246 MCLEAN PT
City
WINTER HAVEN
State / Zip Code
FL 33884-4135
Country
United States
Analysis
The student pilot reported that he was practicing touch-and-go takeoffs and landings. The landing was uneventful; however, as the airplane accelerated for takeoff, it veered to the left. Despite his control inputs, the airplane continued to veer to the left and struck a runway sign, substantially damaging the fuselage and empennage. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# WPR12CA357