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Aircraft Departure Roll Ends in Creek After Veering Left on Ice-Covered Runway

Angel Fire, NM, United States

On March 23, 2009, a CESSNA 210 L was involved in an aviation accident near Angel Fire, NM. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to take off on an icy runway with high crosswinds. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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An aircraft veered left and departed the runway during takeoff roll, coming to rest in a creek. The pilot noted rough ice on the tarmac and runway. Neither the pilot nor passenger was injured, and no mechanical anomalies were reported.

Preflight and Runway Conditions

According to the pilot, a preflight inspection revealed the tarmac and runway were covered in approximately half an inch of rough ice. After back-taxiing on the runway, the pilot performed a normal run-up without any issues.

Departure and Accident Sequence

During the departure roll, the aircraft veered toward the left, departed the runway, and came to rest in a creek. The pilot reported no mechanical anomalies prior to the accident.

Aircraft Damage and Injuries

Examination of the airplane revealed damage to the left aileron. The pilot and passenger were not injured.

Weather Conditions

Wind conditions reported five minutes before the accident were 260 degrees at 16 mph gusting to 21 mph.

Contributing factors

Causes

Directional control — Not attained/maintainedPilot

Other contributing factors

Effect on equipmentAbility to respond/compensate

Related events

Same aircraft family

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 23 Mar 2009 CESSNA 210 L accident near Angel Fire, NM?

An aircraft veered left and departed the runway during takeoff roll, coming to rest in a creek. The pilot noted rough ice on the tarmac and runway. Neither the pilot nor passenger was injured, and no mechanical anomalies were reported.

Were there any fatalities in the 23 Mar 2009 CESSNA 210 L accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 23 Mar 2009 involved a CESSNA 210 L, at Angel Fire, NM.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to take off on an icy runway with high crosswinds.

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