No fatalities

Aircraft Runs Off Runway and Collides with Ditch During Aborted Takeoff After Touch-and-Go (N6333M)

Zellwood, FL, US

On April 21, 1983, a Cessna 152 (registration N6333M) was involved in an aviation accident near Zellwood, FL. No fatalities were reported. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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During an aborted takeoff following a touch-and-go landing, an aircraft ran off the departure end of the runway and struck a ditch. The instructor had taken control at 45 knots due to suspected insufficient power.

Accident Overview

An aircraft was conducting a touch-and-go landing when it subsequently ran off the departure end of the runway and collided with a ditch during an aborted takeoff. The incident occurred after a student pilot performed the landing and prepared the aircraft for takeoff under the supervision of an instructor.

Sequence of Events

According to the instructor, the student made the landing and then configured the aircraft for takeoff. Power was applied, but as the aircraft accelerated to 45 knots, the instructor assumed control and initiated an aborted takeoff. The instructor stated that he did not believe the aircraft was producing full power at that time.

Post-Accident Findings

Following the accident, the engine was tested and ran normally, delivering 2,350 RPM after the damaged propeller was replaced. No other issues with the engine were reported.

Conclusion

The accident report provides no analysis of causal factors. The instructor's perception of insufficient power was noted, but post-accident engine testing did not reveal any anomalies.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 21 Apr 1983 Cessna 152 accident near Zellwood, FL?

During an aborted takeoff following a touch-and-go landing, an aircraft ran off the departure end of the runway and struck a ditch. The instructor had taken control at 45 knots due to suspected insufficient power.

Were there any fatalities in the 21 Apr 1983 Cessna 152 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 21 Apr 1983 involved a Cessna 152, registration N6333M, at Zellwood, FL.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X42769. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.