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May 6, 2009 · Piper PA-28-140 · N7271J
Seminole, OK
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 6, 2009
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Seminole, OK
Aircraft
Piper PA-28-140
Tail Number
N7271J
Operator
Seminole Air Services
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN09CA282
During the takeoff roll, the pilot, who had 3 hours total time in the make and model airplane, lost control of the single-engine airplane and departed the edge of the runway. The airplane struck a runway light, momentarily became airborne, touched down back on the ground, and continued for approximately 200 feet before impacting trees, resulting in the separation of the right wing. The airplane came to rest in an upright position and the pilot was able to exit unassisted. An examination of the wreckage revealed no preimpact anomalies.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Directional control-Not attained/maintained - C
Full Narrative
During the takeoff roll, the pilot, with 3 hours total time in make and model, lost control of the single-engine airplane and departed the edge of the runway. The airplane struck a runway light, momentarily became airborne, touched down back on the ground, and continued for approximately 200 feet before impacting trees, resulting in the separation of the right wing. The airplane came to rest in an upright position and the pilot was able to exit unassisted. An examination of the wreckage revealed no pre-impact anomalies.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time15:45 CDT
Nearest AirportSeminole Municipal Airport (1nm)
Runway34
Runway Length5000 ft
Runway Width75 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftPiper PA-28-140
Tail NumberN7271J
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorSeminole Air Services
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · 0-320 SERIES · Reciprocating · 180
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 19 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point16 C / 0 C
Altimeter29.92 inHg
Weather SourcePILO