On July 18, 1983, a Cessna 152 (registration N714VP) was involved in an aviation accident near Nebraska City, NE. 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.
During a second solo flight, a student pilot lost directional control on takeoff, overcorrected with rudder inputs, and the aircraft departed the runway, colliding with a fence and a baler.
Accident Narrative
A student pilot was conducting his second solo flight. During the takeoff roll, the aircraft began moving left of the runway centerline. The pilot responded by applying right rudder, but the input was excessive. He then applied excessive left rudder in an attempt to correct. The aircraft subsequently departed the runway. The pilot applied the brakes to stop the aircraft but did not reduce engine power. The aircraft continued and struck a fence followed by a baler before coming to a stop.
The pilot reported that the loss of directional control occurred during the takeoff. No other details were provided regarding the duration of the flight or the extent of damage. The investigation did not determine a probable cause for the event.
What happened in the 18 Jul 1983 Cessna 152 accident near Nebraska City, NE?
During a second solo flight, a student pilot lost directional control on takeoff, overcorrected with rudder inputs, and the aircraft departed the runway, colliding with a fence and a baler.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 18 Jul 1983 involved a Cessna 152, registration N714VP, at Nebraska City, NE.
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