Incident Overview
A flight instructor (CFI) reported that during a training takeoff, the student pilot had the left brake applied while adding power. The aircraft veered to the left side of the runway. The CFI instructed the student to maintain the centerline, at which point the student released the brake and applied full power. The aircraft continued off the runway, bounced over a ditch, and proceeded onto the ramp.
Sequence of Events
As the aircraft traveled across the ramp, the CFI reduced the power to idle and applied the brakes, but was unable to stop the aircraft. The CFI stated that the dual student had both feet on the rudder pedals, preventing her from maneuvering to avoid other aircraft. The aircraft subsequently contacted two parked airplanes. One of those airplanes was pushed into a third parked airplane.
Operator and Aircraft Information
The source did not specify the aircraft type, registration, engine count, date, operator, location, or occupants beyond the CFI and student. No injuries or damage details were provided. The time of day, weather conditions, and ATC involvement were not mentioned.
Investigation Findings
The CFI's report described the student's initial application of the left brake as the event that initiated the veer. The sequence of actions—student removing foot from brake and applying full power while off the runway—led to the continued loss of directional control. The CFI's inability to regain control was attributed to the student's feet on the rudder pedals, limiting the instructor's input.