Casualties unknown

Student Pilot Aborts Takeoff, Aircraft Noses Over After Colliding with Runway (N63019)

Cambridge, MD, US

On October 29, 1988, a Cessna 172P (registration N63019) was involved in an aviation accident near Cambridge, MD. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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A student pilot, after completing three takeoffs and landings with an instructor and three solo, aborted a fourth takeoff due to a right bank at 50 feet. After reducing power, the aircraft pitched down, collided with the runway, skidded 40 feet, and nosed over.

Accident Sequence

A student pilot conducted three takeoffs and landings with an instructor on board, followed by three additional takeoffs and landings during a solo flight. On the fourth takeoff attempt, the student used aileron and rudder inputs to maintain directional control on the runway. There was a crosswind of 8 to 10 knots.

According to the student, after the aircraft lifted off, he did not neutralize the ailerons, causing the aircraft to bank to the right. When the aircraft reached approximately 50 feet above ground level, the student elected to abort the takeoff. After power was reduced, the aircraft pitched down and collided with the runway. The aircraft then skidded about 40 feet and nosed over.

Pilot Report

The student reported that the failure to neutralize the ailerons upon lift-off resulted in a right bank, prompting the decision to abort the takeoff. No other details were provided regarding the pilot's actions or the aircraft's condition before the event.

Damage

The aircraft sustained damage from the collision with the runway and the subsequent nose-over. The extent of damage was not specified in the source.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 29 Oct 1988 Cessna 172P accident near Cambridge, MD?

A student pilot, after completing three takeoffs and landings with an instructor and three solo, aborted a fourth takeoff due to a right bank at 50 feet. After reducing power, the aircraft pitched down, collided with the runway, skidded 40 feet, and nosed over.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 29 Oct 1988 involved a Cessna 172P, registration N63019, at Cambridge, MD.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X26997. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.