Casualties unknown

1998-07-23: Cessna 185 (N5892T) — Kenai, AK

Kenai, AK, US

On July 23, 1998, a Cessna 185 (registration N5892T) was involved in an aviation accident near Kenai, AK. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control. 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 losing directional control during an expedited takeoff, causing the aircraft to veer left, exit the runway, and ground loop. The right wing and aileron struck the ground, resulting in substantial damage.

Accident Details

A pilot reported an accident that occurred during a departure roll after receiving takeoff clearance. The tower operator requested the pilot expedite the departure due to inbound traffic. As the aircraft neared takeoff speed, it veered uncontrollably to the left, departed the left side of the runway, and ground looped to the left.

Sequence of Events

The pilot stated that the aircraft was accelerating normally until it suddenly turned left. Despite attempts to correct, the aircraft continued leftward, leaving the runway surface and rotating around its vertical axis in a ground loop. The right wing and aileron then struck the ground during the rotation.

Aircraft Damage

The incident resulted in substantial damage to the right wing and aileron. The pilot noted that no mechanical anomalies were present before the accident, indicating the aircraft systems were functioning normally.

Investigation

No probable cause has been stated in the report. The pilot's account remains the primary source of information regarding the sequence of events.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001211X10457. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.