On December 22, 2000, a Larry Groover EAGLE (registration N8132L) was involved in an aviation accident near Auburndale, FL. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's inadequate control during takeoff, which resulted in a collision with a fence. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A private airplane sustained substantial damage after colliding with a fence during takeoff from a private field. The pilot reported no prior mechanical issues.
What happened
The pilot was operating a private aircraft for a local pleasure flight, departing from a private airfield. During the initial phase of takeoff, the airplane collided with a fence located near the departure area. This impact resulted in substantial damage to the aircraft structure and systems.
The investigation
Following the accident, the pilot provided a statement regarding the events leading up to the incident. He confirmed that there were no reported malfunctions or failures of the aircraft or any of its systems prior to the collision. The absence of mechanical failure suggests the cause was related to the operation of the aircraft during takeoff rather than a technical defect.
Probable cause
The pilot's inadequate control during takeoff, which resulted in a collision with a fence.