Casualties unknown

2000-09-17: Champion 7GCBC (N2993G) — Valentine, NE

Valentine, NE, US

On September 17, 2000, a Champion 7GCBC (registration N2993G) was involved in an aviation accident near Valentine, NE. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the delayed aborted takeoff. Factors relating to this accident were the pilot's inadequate planning/preparation for the flight, the high density altitude, and the ditch. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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A pilot reported that during takeoff, he noticed no lift, and despite attempting to shut down power, the airplane struck a road embankment, slid across the road, and impacted into a ditch. Examination revealed no anomalies.

Accident Details

During the takeoff roll, the pilot noticed that he was not gaining lift. He stated, '[I was] Coming to the end of the runway and I knew I wasn't going to get off, so I tried to shut airplane power down, but was too late.' The airplane subsequently struck a road embankment, slid across the road, and impacted on the other side into a ditch.

Pilot Comments

The pilot commented that 'the heat and density altitude were high,' indicating that environmental conditions may have affected performance.

Post-Accident Examination

An examination of the airplane revealed no anomalies, suggesting there were no mechanical or structural issues identified.

Summary

No further details regarding the aircraft type, registration, or injuries have been reported.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X21934. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.