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August 14, 2012 · Cessna 172R · N863CP
Everett, WA
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
August 14, 2012
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Everett, WA
Aircraft
Cessna 172R
Tail Number
N863CP
Operator
Northway
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR12CA357
The student pilot reported that he was practicing touch-and-go takeoffs and landings. The landing that immediately preceded the accident was uneventful; however, as the airplane accelerated for takeoff, it veered to the left. Despite the pilot’s control inputs, the airplane continued to veer to the left and struck a runway sign, substantially damaging the fuselage and empennage. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Directional control-Not attained/maintained - C
Full Narrative
The student pilot reported that he was practicing touch-and-go takeoffs and landings. The landing was uneventful; however, as the airplane accelerated for takeoff, it veered to the left. Despite his control inputs, the airplane continued to veer to the left and struck a runway sign, substantially damaging the fuselage and empennage. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time10:05 PDT
Nearest AirportSnohomish County Airport (0nm)
Runway16R
Runway Length9010 ft
Runway Width150 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 172R
Tail NumberN863CP
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorNorthway
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · IO - 360 · Reciprocating · 180
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 39 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind5 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 3300 ft
Temperature / Dew Point70 F / 59
Altimeter30.00 inHg
Observation Time17:42
Weather SourceWFAC