CESSNA 172
Derby, KS, August 11, 2023
Event Information
| Date | August 11, 2023 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| Location | Derby, KS |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 37.56539, -97.17461 |
| Airport | Cook Airfield |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
| NTSB Number | CEN23LA366 |
| Event ID | 20230817192892 |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | 172 |
| Registration # | N6205E |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 2 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot’s loss of directional control during takeoff roll due the passenger’s interference with the rudder pedals, which resulted in a runway excursion.
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.