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November 3, 1995 · Cessna 207 · N88BC

Toksook Bay, AK

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
November 3, 1995
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (7 uninjured)
Location
Toksook Bay, AK
Aircraft
Cessna 207
Tail Number
N88BC
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ANC96LA012

The certificated commercial pilot and six passengers were departing a remote airstrip on a scheduled commuter flight. Snow showers were present in the area. The pilot loaded the passengers and waited on the ground for conditions to improve. Prior to departure, the pilot removed snow from the windshield and the leading edge of the wing. After a ground time of about 40 minutes, the pilot began a takeoff on a runway that sloped uphill about 2 percent. The airplane did not become airborne until the pilot added full flaps. The airplane lifted off but could not climb out of ground effect. A small hill was ahead of the pilot and she began to retract the flaps. The airplane collided with rising terrain about 1/4 mile north of the departure end of the runway. A pilot/witness indicated that after the accident, he walked to the accident site and observed snow on the upper surface of the wings.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot's inadequate planning/decision, improper use of the flaps, and inadequate removal of snow/frost from the wings of the airplane. An upsloping runway and snow conditions were factors in the accident.

Full Narrative

On November 3, 1995, about 1647 Alaska standard time, a wheel equipped Cessna 207, N88BC, collided with terrain during takeoff at Toksook Bay, Alaska. The airplane was being operated as flight number 1216 on a visual flight rules (VFR) cross-country scheduled passenger flight under Title 14 CFR Part 135 when the accident occurred. The airplane, operated by Mark Air Express, Anchorage, Alaska, sustained substantial damage. The certificated commercial pilot and 6 passengers, were not injured. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed. VFR company flight following procedures were in effect. The operator reported that the pilot was departing runway 33 for a flight to Bethel, Alaska. The pilot and other pilot witnesses reported that snow showers were present in the area. The pilot arrived at Toksook Bay about 1609. She loaded the passengers and waited on the ground for conditions to improve. The pilot indicated that prior to departure, she removed snow from the windshield and the leading edge of the wing. During the takeoff roll, the airplane did not become airborne until the pilot added full flaps. The airplane lifted off but could not climb out of ground effect. A small hill was ahead of the pilot and she began to retract the flaps. The airplane collided with rising terrain about 1/4 mile north of the departure end of the runway. The airplane received damage to the left main landing gear, left wing, nose gear and propeller. A pilot/witness indicated that after the accident, he walked to the accident site and observed snow on the upper surface of the wings. The Alaska airport/facility directory supplement indicates in part:..."Runway uneven grade, deep dip 800 feet from threshold of runway 33. Runway 15-33 slopes down 2 percent to the south end"...

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time11:47 AKST
Nearest AirportToksook Bay (1nm NNW)
Runway33
Runway Length1800 ft
Runway Width55 ft
Flight Plan FiledCvfr
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftCessna 207
Tail NumberN88BC
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 135
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · IO-520 · Reciprocating · 300
Seats7

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (7 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured7
Total7
Crew 1Age 27 · Second Class

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDusk
WindCalm
Visibility20 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 1500 ft
Temperature / Dew Point0 C / 0 C
Altimeter0
Weather SourcePILO

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