PIPER PA-28-181
Sheboygan, WI — June 15, 2012
Event Information
| Date | June 15, 2012 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | CEN12CA380 |
| Event ID | 20120619X93003 |
| Location | Sheboygan, WI |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 43.76972, -87.85167 |
| Airport | Sheboygan County Memorial |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | PIPER |
| Model | PA-28-181 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 4 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll.
Full Narrative
During takeoff from runway 21 at an airspeed of 50 knots, the airplane's right wing began to lift. When the pilot attempted to lower the right wing, the airplane veered to the left. The airplane continued to the left and exited the left side of the runway. The airplane entered a ditch and came to rest upright partially submerged in water. Postaccident examination of the airplane showed substantial damage to both wings. The pilot reported no mechanical anomalies with the airplane prior to the accident.
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.