Casualties unknown

1988-04-02: Air Tractor AT-502 (N7315N) — Olney, TX

Olney, TX, US

On April 2, 1988, an Air Tractor AT-502 (registration N7315N) was involved in an aviation accident near Olney, TX. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

A pilot familiarizing with an aircraft experienced a left drift during a full flap landing in slight crosswind. Aborting with takeoff power, engine torque forced the aircraft further left, off the runway, into terrain.

Accident Summary

During a familiarization flight, the pilot conducted a landing with full flaps. While on the landing roll, a slight crosswind caused the aircraft to drift left. The pilot then attempted to abort the landing by applying takeoff power.

Sequence of Events

The pilot, being unfamiliar with the aircraft, allowed the drift to develop. When takeoff power was applied, the engine torque induced a further leftward movement, forcing the aircraft off the runway. Subsequently, the aircraft impacted the terrain adjacent to the runway.

Circumstances

The aircraft was being operated by a pilot who was familiarizing himself with the type. The landing was performed with full flaps, and the crosswind conditions were slight. The decision to abort was made after the drift began.

Outcome

The aircraft left the runway and collided with terrain. No further details are available regarding damage or injuries.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X25460. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.