On March 11, 1983, a Piper PA-38-112 (registration N24147) was involved in an aviation accident near Breckenridge, TX. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A student pilot reported losing control of the aircraft shortly after takeoff when the left wing dropped. The plane impacted the ground off the left side of the runway, with no further details on injuries or specific aircraft type provided in the source text.
What happened
The student pilot reported initiating rotation for takeoff at a speed between 58 and 60 mph. Shortly after lift-off, the left wing dropped suddenly. The pilot stated that she appeared to have no control over the aircraft following this event and noted that she never heard the stall warning horn. The aircraft impacted the ground, striking with the left wing first, off the left side of the runway.
The investigation
No specific mechanical examination details were provided in the source text.
Findings
The primary finding relates to the loss of control during the initial climb phase. The student pilot indicated a lack of awareness regarding the stall warning horn prior to the wing drop.
What happened in the 11 Mar 1983 Piper PA-38-112 accident near Breckenridge, TX?
A student pilot reported losing control of the aircraft shortly after takeoff when the left wing dropped. The plane impacted the ground off the left side of the runway, with no further details on injuries or specific aircraft type provided in the source text.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 11 Mar 1983 involved a Piper PA-38-112, registration N24147, at Breckenridge, TX.
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