Casualties unknown

1999-10-25: Beech D55 (N7674N) — Corona, CA

Corona, CA, US

On October 25, 1999, a Beech D55 (registration N7674N) was involved in an aviation accident near Corona, CA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft during 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 lost control of a Beechcraft D55 during takeoff rotation. The aircraft veered off the runway, traveled through grass, and collided with a wall and fence. No mechanical discrepancies were found.

Incident Overview

A pilot reported losing control of the aircraft during rotation for liftoff. The airplane veered off the right side of the runway, crossed a grass infield area, and collided with a wall and a fence.

Pilot Experience

The pilot had recently purchased the airplane and accrued only 6 hours of flight time in the D55. His prior multiengine experience was obtained in a Cessna 310.

Aircraft Examination

An FAA inspector examined the airplane and found no mechanical discrepancies with the controls, brakes, or engines. The pilot also reported no mechanical malfunctions or failures during the flight.

Tire Track Evidence

Tire tracks were identified leading from the approach end of the runway to the aircraft's resting point. The tracks started with both main landing gear and nose wheel impressions. At a point 600 feet from the beginning of the takeoff roll, the nose tire track disappeared, and the main gear tracks deviated sharply to the right, continuing to the brick wall.

Conclusion

The pilot's loss of control during rotation resulted in a runway excursion and collision with obstacles. No mechanical issues were identified.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X19998. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.