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May 6, 2016 · Cessna 172 P · N89847
Richmond, KY
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 6, 2016
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Richmond, KY
Aircraft
Cessna 172 P (1983)
Tail Number
N89847
Operator
Eastern Kentucky University
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA16CA220
The solo student pilot reported that during the takeoff roll the airplane veered to the left. The student pilot further reported that he attempted to correct the veer, but was unsuccessful; subsequently the airplane exited the runway to the left and impacted tree(s), which resulted in substantial damage to the fuselage. According to the student pilot there were no pre-impact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll, which resulted in a runway excursion and collision with tree(s).
Full Narrative
The solo student pilot reported that during the takeoff roll the airplane veered to the left. The student pilot further reported that he attempted to correct the veer, but was unsuccessful; subsequently the airplane exited the runway to the left and impacted tree(s), which resulted in substantial damage to the fuselage. According to the student pilot there were no pre-impact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time07:15 EDT
Nearest AirportMADISON (0nm N)
Runway36
Runway Length5001 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 172 P
Tail NumberN89847
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorEastern Kentucky University
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-320-DJ2 · Reciprocating · 160
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 58 · First Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind350° @ 5 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point45 C / 43 C
Altimeter29.95 inHg
Observation Time11:15
Weather SourceWFAC