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Runway Departure During Touch-and-Go Operations

Laurel, MT, United States

On July 15, 2009, a COX JOHN WILEY KITFOX III operated by GLASGOW GARY E was involved in an aviation accident near Laurel, MT. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during an attempted go-around from a landing. This summary draws on records from NTSB.

SourcesNTSBPrimary reportUpdated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

A tailwheel aircraft veered off the runway during a touch-and-go landing after an uneven touchdown. The pilot attempted a go-around, but the aircraft impacted adjacent terrain before becoming airborne.

Incident Overview During a series of touch-and-go landings, a tailwheel-equipped aircraft experienced an uneven touchdown, with one wing positioned lower than the other. This asymmetrical contact with the runway surface caused the aircraft to veer sharply toward the runway edge almost immediately after landing. ## Pilot Response and Outcome In an effort to recover from the veering, the pilot applied power to initiate a go-around. However, the aircraft failed to become airborne and departed the runway, ultimately impacting the adjacent terrain. The source does not specify the aircraft type, registration, operator, date, or location.

Contributing factors

Directional control — Not attained/maintainedPilot

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 15 Jul 2009 COX JOHN WILEY KITFOX III accident near Laurel, MT?

A tailwheel aircraft veered off the runway during a touch-and-go landing after an uneven touchdown. The pilot attempted a go-around, but the aircraft impacted adjacent terrain before becoming airborne.

Were there any fatalities in the 15 Jul 2009 COX JOHN WILEY KITFOX III accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 15 Jul 2009 involved a COX JOHN WILEY KITFOX III, operated by GLASGOW GARY E, at Laurel, MT.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during an attempted go-around from a landing.

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