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February 1, 2013 · Cessna 172 R · N546A
Murphysboro, IL
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
February 1, 2013
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Murphysboro, IL
Aircraft
Cessna 172 R
Tail Number
N546A
Operator
Southern Illinois University
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN13CA151
The private pilot was attempting a soft field takeoff on a paved runway. He advanced the throttle to the full forward position and applied full back pressure on the flight controls to begin the takeoff roll. However, the airplane veered to the left. The pilot tried to counteract the veer by applying right rudder and when that was unsuccessful, elected to reject the takeoff. The airplane’s horizontal stabilizer was substantially damaged when the airplane exited the runway and struck a frangible airport sign. Postaccident examination revealed no mechanical malfunctions or anomalies 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 private pilot was attempting a soft field takeoff on a paved runway. He advanced the throttle to the full forward position, applied full back pressure on the flight controls, and proceeded down the runway. The airplane veered to the left and the pilot attempted to counteract the veer by applying right rudder. The pilot then elected to reject the takeoff. He retarded the throttle and lowered the nose of the airplane. The airplane exited the runway and struck a frangible airport sign. Representatives from the Federal Aviation Administration reported no mechanical malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. The forward spar of the horizontal stabilizer was bent aft during the accident sequence.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time14:00 CST
Nearest AirportSouthern Illinois Airport (0nm)
Runway18R
Runway Length3498 ft
Runway Width60 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 172 R
Tail NumberN546A
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorSouthern Illinois University
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O360 · Reciprocating · 160
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 27 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind290° @ 5 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point28 C / 3 C
Altimeter30.44 inHg
Observation Time19:52
Weather SourceWFAC