CESSNA 152

Lumberton, NJ — May 25, 2009

Event Information

DateMay 25, 2009
Event TypeACC
NTSB NumberERA09CA306
Event ID20090525X74041
LocationLumberton, NJ
CountryUSA
Coordinates39.93444, -74.80722
AirportFlying W Airport
Highest InjuryMINR

Aircraft

MakeCESSNA
Model152
CategoryAIR
FAR Part091
Aircraft DamageSUBS

Conditions

Light ConditionDAYL
WeatherVMC

Injuries

Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
None0
Total Injured1

Event Location

Probable Cause

The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during initial climb, which resulted in a loss of adequate airspeed and a subsequent aerodynamic stall.

Full Narrative

The pilot reported that he was performing a soft field takeoff. He stated the winds were variable at 3 knots. He lowered 10 degrees of wing flaps, applied full back pressure on the control column, and applied full engine power. The airplane became airborne, went out of ground effect, and stalled. The airplane spun to the left, descended, and impacted the ground. The pilot reported he had no mechanical malfunctions with the airplane. Examination of the airplane revealed structural damage to both wings, and to the engine firewall.

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.

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