On April 8, 1990, a Piper PA-22-150 (registration N8874D) operated by Larry Saunders/thomas Hall was involved in an aviation accident near Lovingston, VA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: A sudden tailwind during takeoff that prevented climb, resulting in a runway overrun and descent of an embankment. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A pilot reported a sudden tailwind during takeoff that prevented climb, causing the aircraft to overrun the runway and descend an embankment. No mechanical issues were noted.
The pilot reported that conditions prior to takeoff included calm winds. However, during the takeoff roll, a sudden tailwind developed. The pilot lifted off at approximately 65 mph but was unable to achieve a climb. Consequently, the aircraft settled back onto the runway surface. The aircraft overran the 1800-foot-long grass runway and descended an embankment.
The pilot reported no mechanical malfunction with the aircraft.
A sudden tailwind during takeoff that prevented climb, resulting in a runway overrun and descent of an embankment.
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