Casualties unknown

1991-06-02: Mooney M20J (N201YS) — Bernard J. Walsh — Rhinebeck, NY

Rhinebeck, NY, US

On June 2, 1991, a Mooney M20J (registration N201YS) operated by Bernard J. Walsh was involved in an aviation accident near Rhinebeck, NY. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO ATTAIN FLYING SPEED, RESULTING IN AN INADVERTENT STALL. FACTORS RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: IMPROPER USE OF THE FLIGHT CONTROLS BY THE PILOT, AND THE PILOT'S DECISION TO MAKE THE TAKEOFF UNDER THE EXISTING CONDITIONS. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

A pilot reported stalling after a steep climb from a grass runway near maximum gross weight, resulting in a cartwheel into trees.

Takeoff and Climb

A pilot initiated a takeoff on a grass runway with calm winds. He reported becoming airborne after approximately 1,600 feet, then retracted the landing gear and remained level to accelerate. He then started a climb, which he suggested may have been too steep.

Stall and Impact

The airplane stalled and fell off on the right wing. The right wing contacted the ground, and the airplane cartwheeled into trees.

Environmental Conditions

The temperature was reported to be 75 degrees Fahrenheit. The pilot stated the airplane was near its maximum gross takeoff weight and the grass on the runway was a little high. The runway was 2,200 feet long with trees at both ends and an undulating surface.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X17362. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.