On July 1, 1988, a Piper PA-32-300 (registration N1954H) operated by Rex Miller Flying Service was involved in an aviation accident near Akron, NY. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's decision to abort the takeoff and the inadvertent retraction of the landing gear during the procedure, which resulted in the aircraft overrunning the runway end. 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.
A pilot aborted takeoff during an on-demand air taxi flight, citing insufficient airspeed. The aircraft slid off the runway end after gear was inadvertently retracted.
What happened
The incident occurred during a scheduled on-demand air taxi operation with the intended destination of Utica and Watertown, New York. As the aircraft accelerated down the runway for departure, the pilot determined that the airspeed was insufficient to achieve flight. Concerned that the aircraft would not become airborne within the remaining runway distance, the pilot initiated an abort procedure.
During this emergency deceleration maneuver, the landing gear was inadvertently retracted. Without the support of the wheels, the aircraft continued to slide along the pavement for approximately 300 feet beyond the end of the runway before coming to a complete stop. No further details regarding structural damage or injuries were provided in the source documentation.
Probable cause
The pilot's decision to abort the takeoff and the inadvertent retraction of the landing gear during the procedure, which resulted in the aircraft overrunning the runway end.
What happened in the 1 Jul 1988 Piper PA-32-300 accident near Akron, NY?
A pilot aborted takeoff during an on-demand air taxi flight, citing insufficient airspeed. The aircraft slid off the runway end after gear was inadvertently retracted.
Were there any fatalities in the 1 Jul 1988 Piper PA-32-300 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 1 Jul 1988 involved a Piper PA-32-300, registration N1954H, operated by Rex Miller Flying Service, at Akron, NY.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's decision to abort the takeoff and the inadvertent retraction of the landing gear during the procedure, which resulted in the aircraft overrunning the runway end.
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