On March 7, 1993, a Cessna 152 (registration N67475) operated by Suburban Aviation was involved in an aviation accident near Lambertville, MI. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff, which resulted in striking a snow bank. 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.
A student pilot was unable to maintain directional control while attempting takeoff from runway 27 with a left crosswind, resulting in the aircraft striking a snow bank off the runway.
What happened
The student pilot reported that he was attempting to takeoff from runway 27. At the time of the incident, there was a left crosswind from 190 degrees at 10 knots. The pilot was unable to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll and struck a snow bank located off the left side of the runway.
The investigation
No mechanical deficiencies with the airplane were claimed or discovered during the investigation.
Probable cause
The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff, which resulted in striking a snow bank.
What happened in the 7 Mar 1993 Cessna 152 accident near Lambertville, MI?
A student pilot was unable to maintain directional control while attempting takeoff from runway 27 with a left crosswind, resulting in the aircraft striking a snow bank off the runway.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 7 Mar 1993 involved a Cessna 152, registration N67475, operated by Suburban Aviation, at Lambertville, MI.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff, which resulted in striking a snow bank.
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