On February 18, 1994, a Cessna 172M (registration N9101H) operated by Pro Flight Inc. was involved in an aviation accident near Ravenna, OH. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL DURING TAKEOFF LEADING TO A COLLISION WITH A SNOW BANK WHICH RESULTED IN THE AIRPLANE NOSING OVER. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A pilot practicing touch-and-go landings lost directional control during takeoff, causing the airplane to veer left and strike a snowbank, resulting in a nose-over.
Incident Sequence
A pilot was conducting touch-and-go landing practice at an airport. After completing a successful landing on Runway 27, the pilot added power to initiate the takeoff. During the takeoff roll, the airplane veered to the left. The pilot reduced power and attempted to realign the airplane with the runway centerline but was unsuccessful. The airplane continued veering off the left side of the runway, where it struck a snowbank and subsequently nosed over.
The pilot reported that there was no mechanical malfunction with the airplane. At the time of the accident, the wind was from 170 degrees at 15 knots.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 18 Feb 1994 Cessna 172M accident near Ravenna, OH?
A pilot practicing touch-and-go landings lost directional control during takeoff, causing the airplane to veer left and strike a snowbank, resulting in a nose-over.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 18 Feb 1994 involved a Cessna 172M, registration N9101H, operated by Pro Flight Inc., at Ravenna, OH.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL DURING TAKEOFF LEADING TO A COLLISION WITH A SNOW BANK WHICH RESULTED IN THE AIRPLANE NOSING OVER.
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