On April 24, 1984, a Beech 35-C33 (registration N6101V) was involved in an aviation accident near Roundup, TX. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's decision to abort the takeoff and steer into tall grass, which resulted in nose landing gear collapse. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
The pilot aborted a takeoff when the aircraft failed to accelerate, steering into tall grass where the nose gear collapsed.
What happened
During the takeoff roll, the pilot reported that the aircraft failed to accelerate beyond 60 knots. Due to this lack of airspeed, the pilot decided to abort the takeoff and steered the aircraft off the left side of the runway into tall grass to increase drag and slow down more rapidly. While traversing the vegetation, the nose landing gear collapsed.
The investigation
Post-accident examination confirmed the collapse of the nose gear following the excursion from the paved surface into the grassy area.
Findings
Aborted takeoff due to insufficient acceleration during the ground roll.
Nose gear collapse resulting from the off-runway excursion into tall grass.
Probable cause
The pilot's decision to abort the takeoff and steer into tall grass, which resulted in nose landing gear collapse.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 24 Apr 1984 Beech 35-C33 accident near Roundup, TX?
The pilot aborted a takeoff when the aircraft failed to accelerate, steering into tall grass where the nose gear collapsed.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 24 Apr 1984 involved a Beech 35-C33, registration N6101V, at Roundup, TX.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's decision to abort the takeoff and steer into tall grass, which resulted in nose landing gear collapse.
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