CESSNA 172M
Three Lakes, WI — September 1, 2008
Event Information
| Date | September 1, 2008 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CHI08CA287 |
| Event ID | 20081004X12035 |
| Location | Three Lakes, WI |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 45.79028, -89.12083 |
| Airport | Three Lakes Municipal Airport |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | 172M |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 1 |
| None | 0 |
| Total Injured | 1 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to attain sufficient altitude to avoid the trees during initial climb. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's failure to ensure the security of the entrance door before takeoff and the unintentional opening of the door.
Full Narrative
The airplane impacted trees after takeoff. The pilot reported that upon takeoff, the airplane's door opened. He reported that he opened the window and attempted to close the door. He stated that he became distracted trying to close the door and the left wing of the airplane clipped trees. He stated that there were no mechanical difficulties with the airplane. The airplane came to rest within the trees.
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.