Casualties unknown

1994-06-25: Grumman-schweizer G-164A (N4222P) — Dumas, AR

Dumas, AR, US

On June 25, 1994, a Grumman-schweizer G-164A (registration N4222P) was involved in an aviation accident near Dumas, AR. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO ESTABLISH THE PROPER AIRSPEED BEFORE BEGINNING A TURN AFTER TAKEOFF. 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 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

A pilot reported a normal takeoff followed by a turn that led to shaking, inability to climb, and impact with trees after clearing a hangar and trailer. The operator observed the flight and opined the pilot turned early, stalling the airplane.

Incident Overview

According to the pilot, the takeoff proceeded normally in all respects. Shortly after liftoff, the pilot initiated a turn, which he described as his normal custom. Immediately upon entering the turn, the airplane began to shake and shudder and would not climb. The pilot then leveled the airplane; however, after it cleared a hangar and a trailer, it impacted trees.

Operator's Observations

The operator, who witnessed the takeoff, stated that the airplane appeared and sounded normal. In the operator's opinion, the pilot initiated the turn early after liftoff and stalled the airplane.

Summary

The incident involved a pilot who, after a normal takeoff, turned early and experienced a loss of climb performance and shaking. The airplane subsequently struck trees after passing over a hangar and a trailer. No other details regarding aircraft type, registration, injuries, or environmental conditions were provided in the source.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001206X01539. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.