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Airplane Sustains Substantial Damage After Overrun During Aborted Takeoff (N5544J)

Marseilles, IL, US

On August 25, 1992, a Piper PA-28-140 (registration N5544J) operated by Habdas, J. & Schubert, J. was involved in an aviation accident near Marseilles, IL. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S FAILURE TO ABORT THE TAKEOFF. A FACTOR WAS THE PARTIAL LOSS OF ENGINE POWER. 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 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

During takeoff from a 2,140-foot runway, an airplane experienced partial engine power loss on initial climb, returned to runway surface, then decelerated in tall grass and overrun terrain, resulting in substantial damage.

Event Description

According to the official investigation report, the airplane lifted off approximately 1,500 feet down a 2,140-foot runway. During the initial climb, the engine experienced a partial loss of power, prompting the airplane to return to the runway surface. The pilot subsequently elected to continue the takeoff attempt after the engine again began to run smoothly.

Sequence of Events

After the engine resumed normal operation, the airplane continued its takeoff roll. However, it decelerated upon contacting tall grass in the overrun area. The airplane then exited the overrun and encountered unfavorable terrain, which resulted in substantial damage to the aircraft.

Damage Assessment

The investigation determined that the airplane sustained substantial damage as a consequence of the overrun and subsequent encounter with unfavorable terrain. No further details regarding the specific damage items were provided in the source material.

Engine failure

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 25 Aug 1992 Piper PA-28-140 accident near Marseilles, IL?

During takeoff from a 2,140-foot runway, an airplane experienced partial engine power loss on initial climb, returned to runway surface, then decelerated in tall grass and overrun terrain, resulting in substantial damage.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 25 Aug 1992 involved a Piper PA-28-140, registration N5544J, operated by Habdas, J. & Schubert, J., at Marseilles, IL.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S FAILURE TO ABORT THE TAKEOFF. A FACTOR WAS THE PARTIAL LOSS OF ENGINE POWER.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001211X15376. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.