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.
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.
What happened in the 17 Aug 1986 Piper PA-22-150 accident near Fraser, MI?
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.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 17 Aug 1986 involved a Piper PA-22-150, registration N8529D, at Fraser, MI.
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