On September 5, 1985, a Cessna 170B (registration N1659D) was involved in an aviation accident near Buckeye, AZ. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A pilot attempted departure on soft silt and sand, causing wheels to sink. Differential braking maintained directional control. Forced airborne near a ditch, the aircraft settled and collided with shrubbery and a stump.
Departure on Soft Terrain
A pilot initiated a takeoff from a surface composed of soft silt and sand. During the takeoff roll, the aircraft's wheels sank into the soft terrain, necessitating the use of differential braking to maintain directional control.
Forced Takeoff and Subsequent Collision
As the aircraft approached a ditch, the pilot forced the aircraft into the air. The aircraft lifted off but then settled back onto the ground. During the subsequent ground roll, the aircraft collided with high desert shrubbery and a tree stump.
Mechanical Status
The pilot did not report any preimpact mechanical difficulties.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 5 Sept 1985 Cessna 170B accident near Buckeye, AZ?
A pilot attempted departure on soft silt and sand, causing wheels to sink. Differential braking maintained directional control. Forced airborne near a ditch, the aircraft settled and collided with shrubbery and a stump.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 5 Sept 1985 involved a Cessna 170B, registration N1659D, at Buckeye, AZ.
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