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Aircraft Stalls on Takeoff from Turf Runway, Substantially Damaged (N352GF)

Lakewood, WI, US

On June 10, 2002, a Beech B35 (registration N352GF) was involved in an aviation accident near Lakewood, WI. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain control of the aircraft during takeoff when he encountered a stall after failing to maintain airspeed. 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 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft stalled shortly after takeoff from a 1,740-foot turf runway. The pilot reported the right wing dropped and full control inputs could not correct it. The right wing then struck the ground. No preexisting anomalies were found.

Incident Overview

The accident occurred during takeoff from a turf runway measuring 1,740 feet in length by 65 feet in width. The aircraft sustained substantial damage as a result of the event.

Pilot Account

The pilot reported that after a short ground roll, the nose wheel was lifted off the ground and the aircraft became airborne. Shortly after gaining a small amount of height, the right wing dropped. Despite applying full left rudder and left aileron, the pilot was unable to bring the aircraft back to a level attitude. Subsequently, the right wing contacted the ground approximately halfway down the runway.

Examination

An examination of the airframe, powerplant, and systems revealed no anomalies that would have contributed to the accident prior to the event.

Loss of control in flight

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 10 Jun 2002 Beech B35 accident near Lakewood, WI?

An aircraft stalled shortly after takeoff from a 1,740-foot turf runway. The pilot reported the right wing dropped and full control inputs could not correct it. The right wing then struck the ground. No preexisting anomalies were found.

Were there any fatalities in the 10 Jun 2002 Beech B35 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 10 Jun 2002 involved a Beech B35, registration N352GF, at Lakewood, WI.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's failure to maintain control of the aircraft during takeoff when he encountered a stall after failing to maintain airspeed.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20020612X00867. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.