Casualties unknown

Pilot Aborts Takeoff, Aircraft Overruns Wet Sod Surface (N3564Z)

Warren, OH, US

On May 31, 1986, a Piper PA-22 (registration N3564Z) was involved in an aviation accident near Warren, OH. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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During a normal takeoff, the pilot aborted after perceiving slow acceleration. On touchdown, wet sod caused ineffective braking, leading to an overrun through a tree line. No malfunction was reported.

Summary

During a normal takeoff, the pilot decided to abort after determining that acceleration was slower than expected. The aircraft touched down on a wet sod surface. Full braking was applied but ineffective due to moisture. The aircraft overran the departure end and entered a tree line. No malfunction was reported.

Narrative

The event began as a routine takeoff. The pilot, while monitoring the aircraft's performance during the takeoff roll, perceived that the acceleration was not as rapid as anticipated. Based on this observation, the pilot made the decision to abort the takeoff. Following this decision, the aircraft descended back to the ground, touching down on the sod surface that bordered the takeoff area. Upon touchdown, the pilot immediately applied full braking force in an attempt to stop the aircraft. However, the sod surface was wet, which significantly reduced the friction between the tires and the ground. As a result, the braking action was largely ineffective. The aircraft continued to move forward despite the applied brakes. It traveled beyond the departure end of the takeoff path and subsequently entered a tree line. The aircraft came to a stop after traversing through the trees. The pilot reported that there was no aircraft malfunction during the sequence of events. No mechanical or system failures were identified.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X33483. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.