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Aircraft Veers Left After Landing, Collides with Snowbank (N65505)

Logan, UT, US

On January 2, 1992, a Cessna 152 (registration N65505) operated by Logan Air Service was involved in an aviation accident near Logan, UT. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: DIRECTIONAL CONTROL WAS NOT MAINTAINED. A FACTOR TO THE ACCIDENT WAS: THE PILOT'S LACK OF TOTAL FLIGHT EXPERIENCE. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 10 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

After a normal landing, the pilot retracted flaps and added power for takeoff. The airplane veered left despite right rudder input, exited the runway, and hit a snowbank. The pilot was unsure if brakes were applied and did not reduce power.

Event Description

A pilot reported that after completing a normal landing, the carburetor heat was turned off, the flaps were retracted, and power was increased for an immediate takeoff. Upon applying full power, the airplane veered to the left. The pilot attempted to correct the deviation with right rudder control, but the aircraft continued its leftward movement until it departed the runway and collided with a snowbank.

Pilot Statement

The pilot stated that he was not certain whether he applied the brakes during the event. He also noted that he did not decrease power because the occurrence unfolded rapidly. No further details regarding the aircraft type, registration, location, or injuries were provided in the official source.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2 Jan 1992 Cessna 152 accident near Logan, UT?

After a normal landing, the pilot retracted flaps and added power for takeoff. The airplane veered left despite right rudder input, exited the runway, and hit a snowbank. The pilot was unsure if brakes were applied and did not reduce power.

Were there any fatalities in the 2 Jan 1992 Cessna 152 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2 Jan 1992 involved a Cessna 152, registration N65505, operated by Logan Air Service, at Logan, UT.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

DIRECTIONAL CONTROL WAS NOT MAINTAINED. A FACTOR TO THE ACCIDENT WAS: THE PILOT'S LACK OF TOTAL FLIGHT EXPERIENCE.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001211X14046. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.