The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff ground run. Wind gusts and a tree were a factor.
— NTSB Determination
During the takeoff ground run, the aircraft encountered a strong gust of wind from the right side. To keep the aircraft straight, the pilot maintained full power. The aircraft then collided with a small sapling on the left side of the runway substantially damaging the aircraft. The aircraft's takeoff roll was ended in a clearing off the left side of the runway. The pilot reported no mechanical failures or malfunctions with the aircraft at the time of the accident.
During the takeoff ground run, the aircraft encountered a strong gust of wind from the right side. To keep the aircraft straight, the pilot maintained full power. The aircraft then collided with a small sapling on the left side of the runway substantially damaging the aircraft. The aircraft's takeoff roll was ended…
The accident on 2002-08-02 involved a Cessna 180, registration N2486C, at Cascade, ID.
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff ground run. Wind gusts and a tree were a factor.
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