Casualties unknown

1994-11-22: Cessna 152 (N67390) — Wyman Aviation — Indiantown, FL

Indiantown, FL, US

On November 22, 1994, a Cessna 152 (registration N67390) operated by Wyman Aviation was involved in an aviation accident near Indiantown, FL. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: AN EVASIVE MANEUVER TO AVOID COLLISION WITH ANIMALS. 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.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

A flight instructor demonstrating a soft field takeoff aborted after two deer-sized animals appeared on the runway. The airplane slid on the rough, moist turf and struck a tire used as a side marker.

Accident Details

A flight instructor (CFI) was demonstrating a soft field takeoff to a student pilot. Shortly after the airplane became airborne, two deer-sized animals appeared on the runway directly ahead. The CFI aborted the takeoff and steered the airplane to the right in an attempt to avoid the animals.

Due to poor braking action on the rough, moist turf runway, the airplane continued to slide to the right and collided with an old tire that was used to mark the side of the runway.

Aircraft and Operational Context

The specific aircraft type, registration, engine count, date, operator, and location were not provided in the source. No information was given regarding the number of occupants, injuries, or damage to the aircraft. The time of day, weather conditions, and whether air traffic control (ATC) was involved were also unspecified.

Sequence of Events

  • The CFI was performing a soft field takeoff demonstration.
  • Upon becoming airborne, two deer-sized animals appeared on the runway.
  • The CFI aborted the takeoff and turned right to avoid them.
  • Braking action was poor due to the rough, moist surface.
  • The airplane slid off the runway and struck a tire marking the edge.

No further details about the outcome or subsequent actions were provided in the source material.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001206X02635. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.