On October 13, 1984, a Cessna 172 (registration N8336B) operated by Gordon D. Maddox was involved in an aviation accident near Miles City, FL. 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.
During takeoff from a wet sod runway, an aircraft collided with heavy brush and the ground. The pilot reported the runway had been furrowed by wild hogs and attempts were made to repair the damage before the flight.
Accident Description
The aircraft collided with heavy brush and the ground during a takeoff from a wet sod runway. The pilot stated that the runway had been furrowed by wild hogs, and he and his 13‑year‑old son had tried to repair the damage prior to the attempted departure.
Pilot and Witness Accounts
According to the pilot, the takeoff was performed using soft‑field technique. A witness reported that the takeoff was begun from an intermediate point on the runway rather than from its end.
Investigation
When NTSB investigators examined the runway two days after the accident, they failed to find any furrows or evidence of repairs.
What happened in the 13 Oct 1984 Cessna 172 accident near Miles City, FL?
During takeoff from a wet sod runway, an aircraft collided with heavy brush and the ground. The pilot reported the runway had been furrowed by wild hogs and attempts were made to repair the damage before the flight.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 13 Oct 1984 involved a Cessna 172, registration N8336B, operated by Gordon D. Maddox, at Miles City, FL.
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