Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary WPR22LA009

Albany, OR, USA

Aircraft #1

N98241

PIPER PA-28-140

Analysis

During the takeoff roll the student pilot lost directional control of the airplane which, resulted in a runway excursion and collision with wet terrain. The right wing was substantially damaged. The student pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions of the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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