CESSNA 170
Wikieup, AZ — January 26, 2014
Event Information
| Date | January 26, 2014 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | WPR14CA107 |
| Event ID | 20140129X53958 |
| Location | Wikieup, AZ |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 34.43917, -113.48889 |
| Airport | Private Airport |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | 170 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | DEST |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 1 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from terrain during takeoff.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that during takeoff from a private dirt runway, the main wheel landing gear struck a dirt berm. Subsequently, the airplane nosed over and a postaccident fire ensued, which consumed the fuselage and inboard portion of both wings. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
About This NTSB Record
This aviation event was investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). NTSB investigates all U.S. civil aviation accidents to determine probable cause and issue safety recommendations to prevent future accidents.