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August 19, 2019 · Cessna TU206 G · N6588X

Regina, NM

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
August 19, 2019
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (3 uninjured)
Location
Regina, NM
Aircraft
Cessna TU206 G (1980)
Tail Number
N6588X
Operator
Ew Holdings
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA19CA496

The pilot reported that, before takeoff from a 1,700-ft-long dirt airstrip with a 9,200-ft density altitude, he set the flaps to 20°, held the brakes, and ran the engine up to full power. He released the brakes and pulled back on the yoke, and the airplane accelerated. The pilot reported that the takeoff roll "seemed longer and slower than usual" and that, about two-thirds of the way down the runway, the airspeed was 45 knots. Near the end of the runway, the airplane momentarily became airborne and reached about 15 ft above ground level and then drifted right and settled back onto the ground. The airplane struck a bush and skidded left, the left landing gear collapsed, and the left wing impacted terrain. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing and elevator. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. The pilot stated that the airplane was heavily loaded but was under the maximum allowable gross weight. He added that he believed the loss of control occurred because "the density altitude was high; the strip is very short; and….[the airplane] was heavily loaded." He further stated that the airplane did not accelerate as quickly on the dirt as it did on the hard surfaces he was used to using for takeoffs.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot's improper preflight performance planning for a high-density altitude takeoff from a short, dirt airstrip, which resulted in impact with terrain.

Full Narrative

The pilot reported that, prior to takeoff from a high altitude, 1,700 ft dirt airstrip with a 9,200 ft density altitude, he set the flaps to 20°, held the brakes, and ran the engine up to full power. He released the brakes, pulled back on the yoke, and the airplane accelerated. The pilot reported that the takeoff roll "seemed longer and slower than usual" and about two-thirds of the way down the runway the airspeed was 45 knots. Near the end of the runway, the airplane momentarily became airborne about 15 ft above the ground, drifted to the right, and settled back onto the ground. The airplane struck a sage bush, skidded left, the left landing gear collapsed, and the left wing impacted terrain. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing and left elevator. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time08:20 MDT
Nearest Airport0nm
RunwayS
Runway Length1700 ft
Runway Width50 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftCessna TU206 G
Tail NumberN6588X
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorEw Holdings
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · TSIO-520-M · Reciprocating · 310
Seats6

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (3 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured3
Total3
Crew 1Age 55 · Third Class · None

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind30° @ 3 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point70 F / 25 C
Altimeter30.32 inHg
Observation Time14:15
Weather SourceWFAC

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