BEECH C-99

Lansing, MI, August 15, 2023

Event Information

DateAugust 15, 2023
Event TypeACC
LocationLansing, MI
CountryUSA
Coordinates42.77824, -84.58676
AirportCaptial Regional International
Highest InjuryMINR
NTSB NumberCEN23LA363
Event ID20230815192876

Aircraft

MakeBEECH
ModelC-99
Registration #N261SW
OperatorAmeriflight
OwnerUAS TRANSERVICES INC
CategoryAIR
FAR Part135
Aircraft DamageSUBS

Conditions

Light ConditionDAYL
WeatherIMC

Injuries

Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
None0
Total Injured1

Event Location

Probable Cause

The pilot’s failure to properly set the rudder trim position which resulted in a loss of directional control during takeoff. Contributing was the pilot’s inadequate checklist procedures prior to takeoff.

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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