Student Pilot Loses Directional Control During Touch-and-Go at Talladega Airport (N2180E)

Accident Details

The student pilot reported entering left closed traffic for runway 21 at Talladega Municipal Airport in Talladega, Alabama. After landing, the pilot began preparing the airplane for a touch-and-go maneuver. As power was applied, directional control was lost. The airplane departed the left side of the runway and subsequently collided with a tree.

Aircraft Information

The student pilot did not report any mechanical or flight control anomalies with the airplane. No further information regarding the aircraft type, registration, or engine count was provided in the initial report.

Pilot Information

The pilot was a student pilot. No additional details about pilot qualifications or experience were disclosed.

Sequence of Events

• The pilot entered left closed traffic for runway 21.
• A landing was completed.
• The airplane was prepared for a touch-and-go.
• Upon applying power, directional control was lost.
• The airplane exited the left side of the runway.
• Collision with a tree occurred.