FOGLIO TIGER CUB
Toronto, OH — July 18, 2009
Event Information
| Date | July 18, 2009 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN09CA449 |
| Event ID | 20090720X81753 |
| Location | Toronto, OH |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 40.47583, -80.62805 |
| Airport | Eddie Dew Memorial Airpark |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | FOGLIO |
| Model | TIGER CUB |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 1 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot not turning off the carburetor heat prior to takeoff resulting in the engine's reduced performance, and his failure to remain clear of the tree during takeoff.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that he performed a takeoff and landed to a full stop. During his next takeoff he stated that he noticed that his airplane was not climbing and his RPM's were low. He clipped a small tree and elected to land in a nearby field. He said, "I now realize I never turned off carb heat before the second 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.