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Pilot Reports Throttle Binding After Snow Taxi Incident (N333EG)

Falmouth, MA, US

On January 1, 2005, a Beech G35 (registration N333EG) was involved in an aviation accident near Falmouth, MA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during taxi. A factor was the snow-covered taxiway. 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

A pilot reported throttle binding after the airplane slid on snow during taxi and struck trees. An FAA inspection found the throttle stiff but operable throughout its range.

Incident Overview

A pilot attempting to taxi over snow accumulated on the apron and taxiway near a hangar increased the engine throttle. As the airplane accelerated, the pilot retarded the throttle lever, but the engine did not respond. The pilot then applied full right rudder pedal and right brake; however, the airplane continued sliding on the snow and impacted a line of trees on the opposite side of the taxiway.

Post-Accident Inspection

Following the accident, the pilot inspected the airplane and reported a "binding" of the throttle. An FAA inspector subsequently examined the airplane and found that the throttle was stiff but could be actuated throughout its full range of motion.

Aircraft Damage

The source does not specify the extent of damage to the airplane or the trees.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1 Jan 2005 Beech G35 accident near Falmouth, MA?

A pilot reported throttle binding after the airplane slid on snow during taxi and struck trees. An FAA inspection found the throttle stiff but operable throughout its range.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1 Jan 2005 involved a Beech G35, registration N333EG, at Falmouth, MA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during taxi. A factor was the snow-covered taxiway.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20050119X00067. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.