On July 25, 1990, a Cessna 172 (registration N4330Q) was involved in an aviation accident near Canton, MI. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S INADEQUATE TAKEOFF PROCEDURE, PREMATURE LIFTOFF AND DELAYED REACTION TO ABORT THE TAKEOFF. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
During takeoff, the pilot aborted after lift-off due to perceived performance degradation. The airplane, at max gross weight on a hot day, touched down, locked brakes, skidded off the runway, struck a highway edge lip, and overturned, coming to rest in a field.
Incident Overview
The flight crew aborted the takeoff after the aircraft became airborne, based on their assessment that the airplane's performance was degrading. The takeoff procedure in use diverged from the manufacturer's recommended procedures. The airplane was operating at its maximum gross weight under high temperature conditions.
Sequence of Events
After the decision to abort, the aircraft descended back to the runway, touching down on its main landing gear. The pilot-in-command then applied and locked the brakes. The airplane skidded along the runway surface, unable to stop within the remaining runway length. It departed the runway end and struck a highway edge lip, which caused the airplane to overturn. The airplane then slid inverted across the highway and came to rest in a field on the far side.
Aftermath
The airplane came to rest inverted in a field adjacent to the highway. No details are available regarding the condition of occupants or the extent of damage.
Probable Cause
The investigation source does not specify a probable cause for this event.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 25 Jul 1990 Cessna 172 accident near Canton, MI?
During takeoff, the pilot aborted after lift-off due to perceived performance degradation. The airplane, at max gross weight on a hot day, touched down, locked brakes, skidded off the runway, struck a highway edge lip, and overturned, coming to rest in a field.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 25 Jul 1990 involved a Cessna 172, registration N4330Q, at Canton, MI.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
THE PILOT'S INADEQUATE TAKEOFF PROCEDURE, PREMATURE LIFTOFF AND DELAYED REACTION TO ABORT THE TAKEOFF.