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1990-06-08: Boeing E75 (N55292) — Watonga, OK

Watonga, OK, US

On June 8, 1990, a Boeing E75 (registration N55292) was involved in an aviation accident near Watonga, OK. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: PIC'S FAILURE TO USE ALL OF THE AVAILABLE RUNWAY. A FACTOR WAS THE HIGH DENSITY ALTITUDE. 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 departed from an intersection, leaving only 1,584 ft of runway. The airplane lifted off nose-high, never exceeded 30 ft, then descended. The pilot attempted to land but struck a curb and a pickup truck.

Accident Summary

The accident occurred at a field with an elevation of 1,537 feet. The density altitude was 3,700 feet. The runway measured 4,220 feet in total length, but the pilot initiated the takeoff from an intersection, reducing the available runway distance to 1,584 feet.

Witness Accounts

A witness observed the airplane during the takeoff roll. According to the witness, the airplane lifted off in a nose-high attitude. After becoming airborne, the airplane never rose above 30 feet before it began to descend back toward the ground.

Pilot Statement

The pilot reported that he was attempting to land the airplane after the departure. However, he was unable to bring the aircraft to a stop before it contacted a roadway curb and subsequently a pickup truck.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X23424. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.