On January 28, 2008, a Cessna 150J operated by Robert E. Tilley was involved in an aviation accident near Dawson, GA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing roll out. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A student pilot reported losing directional control after touchdown during a touch-and-go landing, causing the airplane to veer off the runway and collide with a dirt bank. No injuries were reported.
Accident Overview
A student pilot was conducting an instructional flight at Dawson Municipal Airport in Dawson, Georgia. The flight involved touch-and-go landings, with the pilot performing left closed traffic patterns following departure from runway 13.
Flight Sequence
While on the downwind leg, the pilot completed the before-landing checklist and deployed 20 degrees of flaps to compensate for crosswind conditions. After touchdown, the pilot lost directional control of the airplane. The aircraft exited the right side of the runway and struck a dirt bank. The pilot reported no mechanical issues with the airplane prior to the accident.
Post-Accident Actions
The pilot shut down the engine and exited the airplane without assistance and without sustaining injury. Examination of the aircraft revealed structural damage to the firewall.
What happened in the 28 Jan 2008 Cessna 150J accident near Dawson, GA?
A student pilot reported losing directional control after touchdown during a touch-and-go landing, causing the airplane to veer off the runway and collide with a dirt bank. No injuries were reported.
Were there any fatalities in the 28 Jan 2008 Cessna 150J accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 28 Jan 2008 involved a Cessna 150J, operated by Robert E. Tilley, at Dawson, GA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing roll out.
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