On February 26, 2003, a Cessna 172N (registration N733XP) was involved in an aviation accident near Cincinnati, OH. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The student pilot's loss of directional control during the takeoff roll while executing a touch-and-go maneuver. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A student pilot lost control while executing a touch-and-go maneuver, causing the aircraft to exit the runway and strike a snow bank with no mechanical issues found.
What happened
The accident occurred during a training flight involving a touch-and-go maneuver. As the student pilot advanced the throttle to the takeoff power setting, the airplane began to veer sharply to the left. The aircraft departed the paved surface of the runway and subsequently impacted a snow bank located adjacent to the airfield.
The investigation
A thorough examination of the wreckage was conducted to determine if mechanical failure contributed to the accident. Investigators found no preimpact failures or malfunctions with the airplane's systems. The pilot reported experiencing no mechanical problems during the flight prior to the incident.
Probable cause
The student pilot's loss of directional control during the takeoff roll while executing a touch-and-go maneuver.
What happened in the 26 Feb 2003 Cessna 172N accident near Cincinnati, OH?
A student pilot lost control while executing a touch-and-go maneuver, causing the aircraft to exit the runway and strike a snow bank with no mechanical issues found.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 26 Feb 2003 involved a Cessna 172N, registration N733XP, at Cincinnati, OH.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The student pilot's loss of directional control during the takeoff roll while executing a touch-and-go maneuver.
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