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Pilot Reports Jolt on Takeoff, Lands Safely After Tree Strike (N283G)

New Carlisle, OH, US

On March 26, 1989, a Beech B24R (registration N283G) was involved in an aviation accident near New Carlisle, OH. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO CLEAR THE TREES AFTER THE IN-FLIGHT COLLISION WITH AN UNDETERMINED OBJECT. HE ALLOWED THE ALTITUDE TO DECREASE TO THE POINT OF COLLIDING WITH TREES BEFORE INITIATING REMEDIAL ACTION TO MAINTAIN FLIGHT AND LAND THE AIRPLANE. 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 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

After a jolt on climbout at 200 feet, the aircraft entered an uncommanded roll. The pilot retracted gear after descending into treetops, regained control, and landed on a grass strip.

Incident Details

Following takeoff from runway 27, the aircraft climbed to approximately 200 feet when the pilot reported feeling a jolt on the controls. As the pilot initiated a left turn, the aircraft began to roll to the right and descend. The aircraft subsequently made contact with tree tops. During the descent, the pilot retracted the landing gear and was able to regain control of the aircraft. The pilot continued the turn and successfully landed on a grass strip at the airport.

Pilot Report

The pilot reported a belief that the left wing had collided with a bird. However, no bird remains were found on the aircraft during subsequent inspection.

Evidence

Examination of the aircraft revealed evidence of a tree strike. The absence of bird remains contradicted the pilot's initial suspicion of a bird collision.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 26 Mar 1989 Beech B24R accident near New Carlisle, OH?

After a jolt on climbout at 200 feet, the aircraft entered an uncommanded roll. The pilot retracted gear after descending into treetops, regained control, and landed on a grass strip.

Were there any fatalities in the 26 Mar 1989 Beech B24R accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 26 Mar 1989 involved a Beech B24R, registration N283G, at New Carlisle, OH.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO CLEAR THE TREES AFTER THE IN-FLIGHT COLLISION WITH AN UNDETERMINED OBJECT. HE ALLOWED THE ALTITUDE TO DECREASE TO THE POINT OF COLLIDING WITH TREES BEFORE INITIATING REMEDIAL ACTION TO MAINTAIN FLIGHT AND LAND THE AIRPLANE.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X27843. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.