Casualties unknown

1994-09-21: Cessna 152 (N5525P) — Linden, TN

Linden, TN, US

On September 21, 1994, a Cessna 152 (registration N5525P) was involved in an aviation accident near Linden, TN. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S IMPROPER USE OF THE RUDDER WHICH RESULTED IN A LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL. 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.

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During a touch and go landing, the engine hesitated then resumed normal power. The airplane veered left, right rudder was ineffective, and the pilot cut power. The airplane overran the left side of the runway, descended an embankment, struck trees, and nosed over.

Accident Description

A private pilot was conducting a touch and go landing. After touchdown, the pilot retracted the flaps and added power for the go-around. The engine hesitated momentarily before providing normal power. As the airplane's speed increased, it began to veer to the left. The pilot applied right rudder but the airplane did not respond. The pilot then cut the power as the airplane overran the left side of the runway. It continued down an embankment, struck trees, and nosed over.

Post-Accident Examination

A post-accident examination of the airplane revealed no anomalies with the engine and continuity of the flight controls was confirmed. There was evidence of side loading on the outboard side of the right main tire.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001206X02178. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.