BEECH C-99
Lansing, MI, August 15, 2023
Event Information
| Date | August 15, 2023 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| Location | Lansing, MI |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 42.77824, -84.58676 |
| Airport | Captial Regional International |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
| NTSB Number | CEN23LA363 |
| Event ID | 20230815192876 |
Aircraft
| Make | BEECH |
| Model | C-99 |
| Registration # | N261SW |
| Operator | Ameriflight |
| Owner | UAS TRANSERVICES INC |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 135 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | IMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 1 |
| None | 0 |
| Total Injured | 1 |
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.