Casualties unknown

Aircraft Deviates Right During Takeoff Roll, Wing Contacts Ground (N2414P)

Farmingdale, NJ, US

On July 1, 2002, a Piper PA-18-150 (registration N2414P) was involved in an aviation accident near Farmingdale, NJ. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control 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 2026-06-10Data APIEditorial standards

During takeoff roll, an airplane drifted right, veered off the runway, and entered a right turn that led to the right wing striking the ground. The pilot had 62 hours in the make and model.

Accident Sequence

The airplane taxied onto the runway and the engine noise increased to what was described as “full throttle.” The airplane began to accelerate. Prior to rotation, the airplane started to drift to the right. The right tire rolled off the runway surface, and the left tire became airborne. Subsequently, the right tire also lifted off, and the airplane immediately entered a right turn. The bank angle continued to increase until the right wing contacted the ground.

Environmental Conditions

At the time of the accident, the wind was recorded at 7 knots.

Pilot Experience

The pilot had accumulated approximately 62 hours of flight time in the accident airplane make and model during the two months preceding the accident.

Investigation Findings

No preimpact failures or malfunctions were identified with either the airframe or engine during the course of the investigation.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20020712X01101. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.