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July 28, 1995 · Piper PA-28R-201 · N36085

San Antonio, TX

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 28, 1995
Injury Outcomes
3 injuries (1 serious injury, 2 minor injuries)
Location
San Antonio, TX
Aircraft
Piper PA-28R-201
Tail Number
N36085
Injuries
Serious
Aircraft Damage
Destroyed
NTSB Number
FTW95LA321

The private pilot dual student reported that a short field landing was executed. During the subsequent takeoff, "I retracted the flaps and then applied full power, we started the takeoff roll waiting for the airspeed to increase, the airplane lifted off, but we were unable to achieve a positive rate of climb so I decided to abort the takeoff." The flight instructor reported that during takeoff, the student "unexpectedly retarded the throttle...landed...and began to apply the brakes in accordance with the normal training procedures." He further stated that "within 1 to 2 seconds after landing, I applied full brakes as well. After a few more seconds, it was apparent that we were not slowing down enough to stop by the end of the runway. Under the circumstances, the best decision was to maintain control of the airplane and go straight off the end of the runway." The aircraft subsequently impacted a fence beyond the departure end of the runway. The left fuel tank ruptured during the collision with the fence and the airplane caught fire and burned.

NTSB Probable Cause

The dual student's delay in aborting the takeoff. A factor was the flight instructor's inadequate supervision.

Full Narrative

On July 28, 1995, at 1729 central daylight time (CDT), a Piper PA-28R-201, N36085, was destroyed during an aborted takeoff near San Antonio, Texas. The certificated flight instructor sustained serious injuries; the pilot-rated dual student and one passenger received minor injuries. The aircraft, owned and operated by Wright Flyers, Inc., departed San Antonio International Airport (SAT), San Antonio, Texas at 1615 CDT. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed for the 14 CFR Part 91 instructional flight and no flight plan was filed. In the Pilot/Operator Report (NTSB Form 6120.1/2), the dual student reported that a short field landing was executed. During the subsequent takeoff, "I retracted the flaps and then applied full power, we started the takeoff roll waiting for the airspeed to increase, the airplane lifted off, but we were unable to achieve a positive rate of climb so I decided to abort the takeoff." The instructor pilot reported in his enclosed report, that during takeoff, the student "unexpectedly retarded the throttle...landed...and began to apply the brakes in accordance with the normal training procedures." He further stated that "within 1 to 2 seconds after landing, I applied full brakes as well. After a few more seconds, it was apparent that we were not slowing down enough to stop by the end of the runway. Under the circumstances, the best decision was to maintain control of the airplane and go straight off the end of the runway." The aircraft subsequently impacted a fence beyond the departure end of the runway. "The left [fuel] tank was ruptured by the fence and [the aircraft] immediately caught on fire."

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time17:29 CDT
Nearest AirportStinson Municipal (0nm)
Runway14
Runway Length4129 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireGrd
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftPiper PA-28R-201
Tail NumberN36085
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageDestroyed
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · IO-360-C1C6 · Reciprocating · 200
Seats4

People & Injuries

Injury Summary3 injuries (1 serious injury, 2 minor injuries)
Fatal0
Serious1
Minor2
Uninjured0
Total3
Crew 1Age 27 · Second Class

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind3 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point10 C / 0 C
Altimeter29.00 inHg
Weather SourcePILO

Appendix: Source Data