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Cessna 152 accident at Bennett, CO, 26 Sept 2006 (N93873)

Bennett, CO, US

On September 26, 2006, a Cessna 152 (registration N93873) operated by Jack Powell was involved in an aviation accident near Bennett, CO. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the aborted takeoff. Factors contributing to the accident were the low airspeed and the pilot's improper in-flight planning. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-06-10Data APIEditorial standards

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the aborted takeoff. Factors contributing to the accident were the low airspeed and the pilot's improper in-flight planning.

— NTSB Determination

Accident narrative

The pilot said that he was attempting to takeoff. The airplane entered ground effect and the stall warning horn sounded. The pilot elected to abort the takeoff. On touching down, the airplane's nose wheel dug into the ground. The airplane subsequently nosed over on to it's back causing substantial damage. An examination of the airplane revealed no anomalies.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 26 Sept 2006 Cessna 152 accident near Bennett, CO?

The pilot said that he was attempting to takeoff. The airplane entered ground effect and the stall warning horn sounded. The pilot elected to abort the takeoff. On touching down, the airplane's nose wheel dug into the ground. The airplane subsequently nosed over on to it's back causing substantial damage. An…

Were there any fatalities in the 26 Sept 2006 Cessna 152 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 26 Sept 2006 involved a Cessna 152, registration N93873, operated by Jack Powell, at Bennett, CO.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the aborted takeoff. Factors contributing to the accident were the low airspeed and the pilot's improper in-flight planning.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20061017X01526. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.