Casualties unknown

Aircraft Aborts Takeoff After Striking Bean Vines During Settling (N4927J)

Mechanicsville, IA, US

On August 31, 1982, a Cessna T188C (registration N4927J) operated by Bob's Flying Service was involved in an aviation accident near Mechanicsville, IA. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A pilot aborted takeoff from a 2200-ft strip after the aircraft settled and booms contacted bean vines. The aircraft carried 40 gallons of fuel and 1500-1600 lbs of seed. Conditions: wind southeast 2 mph, temperature 74°F, elevation 800 ft.

Accident Overview

The accident occurred during a takeoff attempt from a 2200-foot strip. The aircraft was loaded with approximately 40 gallons of fuel and 1500 to 1600 pounds of seed. According to the pilot, the wind was from the southeast at 2 miles per hour, the temperature was 74 degrees Fahrenheit, and the field elevation was 800 feet.

Sequence of Events

The aircraft became airborne after a ground roll of about 1950 feet. This portion of the roll included crossing a slight knoll. Once airborne, the aircraft covered an estimated 500 to 600 feet before it began to settle. During the settling, the left and right booms made contact with bean vines. The pilot, realizing that the takeoff could not be continued, shut off the master switch and aborted the takeoff.

No further details are available from the source.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20020917X03869. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.