Casualties unknown

Aircraft Destroyed After Aborted Takeoff and Runway Excursion (N8529D)

Fraser, MI, US

On August 17, 1986, a Piper PA-22-150 (registration N8529D) was involved in an aviation accident near Fraser, MI. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 2 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-06-10Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft was destroyed when it ran off the end of the runway after aborting takeoff due to insufficient airspeed to climb out of ground effect. The pilot reported no malfunctions. A witness reported a sudden wind shift.

Event Summary

The aircraft was conducting a takeoff when it failed to achieve sufficient airspeed to climb out of ground effect. The pilot aborted the takeoff and subsequently landed the aircraft. During the landing rollout, the aircraft ran off the end of the runway and was destroyed.

Pilot and Weather Information

The pilot did not report any malfunctions or power loss. Official weather observations indicated calm wind conditions. However, one witness reported a sudden shift of wind to a downwind direction for the aircraft during the takeoff roll.

Conclusion

The aircraft was destroyed after the runway excursion that followed the aborted takeoff.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X34433. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.