Casualties unknown

Student Pilot Stalls During Crosswind Takeoff, Impacts Ground Short of Trees (N5110F)

John's Island, SC, US

On July 20, 1984, a Cessna 172F (registration N5110F) operated by Charleston Afb Aero Club was involved in an aviation accident near John's Island, SC. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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During a solo flight, a student pilot practiced takeoffs and landings. After the last landing, he attempted a crosswind takeoff but lost control, stalled, and hit the ground just before trees.

Incident Overview

A student pilot was conducting a solo flight to a local airport to practice takeoffs and landings. After completing the final landing on runway 9, the pilot elected to perform a crosswind takeoff on runway 21.

Sequence of Events

During the takeoff roll, as the aircraft approached lift-off speed, it began drifting to the left. The student initiated corrective action, but the aircraft continued its leftward movement. The pilot then lifted off, and at that moment, the stall warning horn activated. The flight controls became mushy as the aircraft neared a line of trees. Subsequently, the aircraft stalled and impacted the ground just short of the trees.

Key Details

The incident occurred during a solo training flight. The exact make and model of the aircraft, as well as the registration number, are not specified in the available information. No details regarding injuries, damage, weather conditions, or ATC involvement are provided. The student pilot was the sole occupant.

Probable Cause

No probable cause was stated in the source material.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 20 Jul 1984 Cessna 172F accident near John's Island, SC?

During a solo flight, a student pilot practiced takeoffs and landings. After the last landing, he attempted a crosswind takeoff but lost control, stalled, and hit the ground just before trees.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 20 Jul 1984 involved a Cessna 172F, registration N5110F, operated by Charleston Afb Aero Club, at John's Island, SC.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X40193. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.