On November 9, 1993, a Piper PA-28-140 (registration N6776W) was involved in an aviation accident near Fredericksburg, TX. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from trees while attempting to takeoff from a pasture. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A pilot diverted to a pasture due to low ceilings and visibility later attempted to depart the field. The aircraft cleared a fence but struck trees surrounding the area.
What happened
The pilot was forced by low ceilings and visibilities to land in a pasture 8 miles from his intended destination. While attempting to recover the airplane back to the airport on the following day, the airplane cleared a fence at the end of the pasture, but was not able to clear the top of the 20 to 25 foot tall trees surrounding the pasture.
The investigation
The investigation revealed that the pilot had diverted to an unprepared surface due to weather conditions. Upon attempting to depart, the aircraft failed to clear the terrain obstacles.
Probable cause
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from trees while attempting to takeoff from a pasture.
What happened in the 9 Nov 1993 Piper PA-28-140 accident near Fredericksburg, TX?
A pilot diverted to a pasture due to low ceilings and visibility later attempted to depart the field. The aircraft cleared a fence but struck trees surrounding the area.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 9 Nov 1993 involved a Piper PA-28-140, registration N6776W, at Fredericksburg, TX.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from trees while attempting to takeoff from a pasture.
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