On December 20, 1983, a Cessna 152 (registration N69069) was involved in an aviation accident near Rock Hill, SC. 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.
A student pilot reported a slight crosswind during landing. The aircraft veered left, did not respond to rudder, and ran off the runway, striking a taxiway sign and a ditch.
Accident Details
A student pilot reported experiencing a slight crosswind during the descent for landing. The aircraft touched down on the main landing gear with wings level, then began to veer to the left. The pilot applied right rudder pressure, but the aircraft did not respond. Despite applying maximum braking, the aircraft continued off the runway, where it struck a lighted taxiway sign and a ditch approximately 50 feet from the runway edge.
Post-Accident Inspection
After the accident, a mechanic examined the aircraft's control systems. The inspection found no anomalies or malfunctions with the controls.
What happened in the 20 Dec 1983 Cessna 152 accident near Rock Hill, SC?
A student pilot reported a slight crosswind during landing. The aircraft veered left, did not respond to rudder, and ran off the runway, striking a taxiway sign and a ditch.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 20 Dec 1983 involved a Cessna 152, registration N69069, at Rock Hill, SC.
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