On March 13, 1993, a Cessna 172M (registration N13008) operated by Saenz, Steph was involved in an aviation accident near Logan-cache, UT. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll, which resulted in the aircraft veering off the runway and impacting a snow bank. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A Cessna 172 departed the runway during an attempted touch-and-go landing, striking a snow bank and flipping over. The pilot's corrective actions were insufficient to maintain control.
What happened
During an attempted touch-and-go landing, the pilot applied power to the Cessna 172. As the nose wheel made contact with the runway surface, the aircraft began to veer sharply to the left. The pilot attempted to correct the deviation but was unable to keep the airplane on the paved surface.
As the aircraft departed the runway environment, it impacted a snow bank. The force of the impact caused the Cessna 172 to flip over onto its top.
Probable cause
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll, which resulted in the aircraft veering off the runway and impacting a snow bank.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 13 Mar 1993 Cessna 172M accident near Logan-cache, UT?
A Cessna 172 departed the runway during an attempted touch-and-go landing, striking a snow bank and flipping over. The pilot's corrective actions were insufficient to maintain control.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 13 Mar 1993 involved a Cessna 172M, registration N13008, operated by Saenz, Steph, at Logan-cache, UT.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll, which resulted in the aircraft veering off the runway and impacting a snow bank.
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