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November 1, 2009 · Cessna 120 · N2729N
Mineral Canyon, UT
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
November 1, 2009
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 minor injury), 1 uninjured
Location
Mineral Canyon, UT
Aircraft
Cessna 120
Tail Number
N2729N
Operator
Aviation Facilities
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR10CA043
The pilot reported that during the departure roll the airplane was not performing as he had expected. He opted to abort the takeoff by aggressively applying brakes. The airplane nosed over, damaging the wings and tail section. The pilot stated that accident could have been prevented if he had "better control of braking." He further added that there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airframe or engine.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Surface speed/braking-Incorrect use/operation - C
Full Narrative
In a written statement, the pilot reported that during the departure roll, the airplane was not performing as he had expected. He opted to abort the takeoff by aggressively applying brakes. The airplane nosed over, damaging the wings and tail section. In the section titled "RECOMMENDATION" in the NTSB Pilot/Operator Report, form 6120.1/2, the pilot stated that accident could have been prevented if he had "better control of braking." He further added that there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airframe or engine.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time10:15 MST
Nearest AirportMineral Canyon Strip Airport (0nm)
Runway14
Runway Length2000 ft
Runway Width50 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 120
Tail NumberN2729N
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorAviation Facilities
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsCont Motor · C85 SERIES · Reciprocating · 85
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury Summary1 injury (1 minor injury), 1 uninjured
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
Uninjured1
Total2
Crew 1Age 36 · Third Class
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point0 C / 0 C
Altimeter0
Weather SourcePILO