PIPER PA-25-235
Minot, ND — July 14, 2011
Event Information
| Date | July 14, 2011 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN11CA477 |
| Event ID | 20110714X21432 |
| Location | Minot, ND |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 48.25750, -101.27778 |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | PIPER |
| Model | PA-25-235 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 137 |
| 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's inadequate inspection of the takeoff area which resulted in a collision with terrain and the subsequent loss of control during takeoff.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that he was departing from a gravel township road. He lowered the left wing during the takeoff roll due to a crosswind. The left spray boom hit a buildup of dirt that was concealed by tall grass on the side of the road. The airplane veered off the left side of the road and into the ditch which resulted in substantial damage to the wing and fuselage. The pilot reported that there was no mechanical malfunction or failure of the airplane.
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.