No fatalities

Stall on Takeoff Leads to Road Landing and Ditch Avoidance (N22198)

Cook, MN, US

On July 28, 2007, a Cessna 150H (registration N22198) was involved in an aviation accident near Cook, MN. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot not maintaining airspeed leading to the stall/mush encountered during takeoff and the unsuitable terrain the pilot selected during the forced landing. 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

An airplane stalled on takeoff; the pilot reported insufficient altitude to recover due to high trees, then landed on a road and steered into a ditch to avoid a car.

Incident Overview

During the takeoff phase, the airplane experienced a stall. The pilot attempted to recover but found the available altitude inadequate due to the presence of a tall tree line at the end of the runway. Faced with the stall, the pilot decided to abort the departure and land on a nearby road.

Pilot Account

According to the pilot, after touching down on the road, an approaching car appeared directly ahead. To avoid a collision, the pilot applied left pedal input, which caused the airplane to veer off the road and enter a ditch. The pilot reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions with the aircraft throughout the flight.

Outcome

The aircraft came to rest in the ditch following the evasive maneuver. No further details regarding damage or injuries were provided. The pilot's actions averted a potential collision with the vehicle.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 28 Jul 2007 Cessna 150H accident near Cook, MN?

An airplane stalled on takeoff; the pilot reported insufficient altitude to recover due to high trees, then landed on a road and steered into a ditch to avoid a car.

Were there any fatalities in the 28 Jul 2007 Cessna 150H accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 28 Jul 2007 involved a Cessna 150H, registration N22198, at Cook, MN.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot not maintaining airspeed leading to the stall/mush encountered during takeoff and the unsuitable terrain the pilot selected during the forced landing. Factors were the vehicle encountered during the forced landing and the ditch the pilot steered the plane towards.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20070906X01320. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.