Accident Details
Date
Tuesday, August 15, 2023
NTSB Number
CEN23LA363
Location
Lansing, MI
Event ID
20230815192876
Coordinates
42.778237, -84.586755
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
Minor
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
1
Uninjured
0
Total Aboard
1
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot’s failure to properly set the rudder trim position which resulted in a loss of directional control during takeoff. Contributing was the pilot’s inadequate checklist procedures prior to takeoff.
Aircraft Information
Registration
N261SW
Make
BEECH
Serial Number
U-202
Engine Type
Turbo-shaft
Registered Owner (Historical)
Name
UAS TRANSERVICES INC
Address
2000 NW CORPORATE BLVD
Status
Deregistered
City
BOCA RATON
State / Zip Code
FL 33431-7304
Country
United States
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# CEN23LA363