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Aircraft stalls during takeoff and collides with parked plane (N4608V)

Wheeling, IL, US

On June 19, 1984, a Cessna 172RG (registration N4608V) was involved in an aviation accident near Wheeling, IL. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and subsequent collision with a parked aircraft. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-06-20Data APIEditorial standards

Witnesses observed an aircraft slowing and stalling before falling onto the runway during takeoff. The pilot reported a gust of wind caused ballooning, but engine RPM failed to increase despite throttle input.

What happened

The aircraft was observed by witnesses to slow down and appear to stall as it fell toward the runway surface. At the moment of impact with the ground, a burst of power was heard from the engine. The aircraft then departed the runway environment and collided with a parked Cessna 310.

The investigation

Post-accident testing of the aircraft revealed no mechanical discrepancies or malfunctions that would have prevented normal operation.

Findings

The pilot reported that a gust of wind caused the aircraft to balloon during the takeoff roll. In response, the pilot attempted to execute a go-around maneuver. However, the engine tachometer did not indicate a rise to full revolutions per minute despite the throttle input.

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and subsequent collision with a parked aircraft.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 19 Jun 1984 Cessna 172RG accident near Wheeling, IL?

Witnesses observed an aircraft slowing and stalling before falling onto the runway during takeoff. The pilot reported a gust of wind caused ballooning, but engine RPM failed to increase despite throttle input.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 19 Jun 1984 involved a Cessna 172RG, registration N4608V, at Wheeling, IL.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and subsequent collision with a parked aircraft.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X39868. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.