On January 13, 2000, a Beech K35 (registration N9500R) operated by Duane R. Adams was involved in an aviation accident near Fillmore, UT. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's improper use of elevator trim, resulting in his failure to obtain sufficient takeoff airspeed and subsequent inadvertent stall/mush. A Factor was his failure to follow the preflight checklist. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During takeoff, the aircraft lifted off prematurely with stall warning, settled, then lifted again. The pilot reduced throttle, causing the aircraft to veer left into grass.
Event Description
During the takeoff roll, the aircraft was incorrectly trimmed. As a result, the aircraft departed the runway prematurely while the stall warning horn was sounding. The airplane lifted off the runway, briefly settled back down onto the runway surface, and then immediately lifted off the runway again. The pilot subsequently retarded the throttle, and the aircraft departed the runway to the left into the grass.
Pilot Recommendation
When asked what recommendation the pilot could make regarding how the accident could have been prevented, the pilot stated that the use of a checklist would have been beneficial.
What happened in the 13 Jan 2000 Beech K35 accident near Fillmore, UT?
During takeoff, the aircraft lifted off prematurely with stall warning, settled, then lifted again. The pilot reduced throttle, causing the aircraft to veer left into grass.
Were there any fatalities in the 13 Jan 2000 Beech K35 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 13 Jan 2000 involved a Beech K35, registration N9500R, operated by Duane R. Adams, at Fillmore, UT.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's improper use of elevator trim, resulting in his failure to obtain sufficient takeoff airspeed and subsequent inadvertent stall/mush. A Factor was his failure to follow the preflight checklist.
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