Casualties unknown

Aircraft Overruns Runway After Aborted Takeoff Due to Poor Climb Performance (N24298)

Lantana, FL, US

On November 22, 1986, a Cessna 152 (registration N24298) operated by Wing Tip Aviation was involved in an aviation accident near Lantana, FL. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

A pilot aborted takeoff after the aircraft performed sluggishly and failed to climb, resulting in a runway overrun and nose-over.

Incident Overview

A pilot reported that during takeoff, the aircraft performed sluggishly and was unable to climb sufficiently to clear trees at the departure end of the runway. The pilot subsequently aborted the takeoff. The aircraft overran the runway, encountered sand, and nosed over.

Engine Performance

The pilot stated that during the takeoff, the engine produced between 2000 and 2100 RPM. A post-crash run of the engine revealed that it operated to full power with no evidence of failure or malfunction.

Outcome

The aircraft overran the runway and nosed over after encountering sand. No further details regarding damage or injuries were provided in the source.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 22 Nov 1986 Cessna 152 accident near Lantana, FL?

A pilot aborted takeoff after the aircraft performed sluggishly and failed to climb, resulting in a runway overrun and nose-over.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 22 Nov 1986 involved a Cessna 152, registration N24298, operated by Wing Tip Aviation, at Lantana, FL.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X35231. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.