No fatalities
15 Aug 2023: BEECH C-99 — Ameriflight — Lansing, MI
Probable cause
The pilot’s failure to properly set the rudder trim position which resulted in a loss of directional control during takeoff. Contributing was the pilot’s inadequate checklist procedures prior to takeoff.
— NTSB Determination
Contributing factors
PilotIncorrect use/operationOperatorRelated maintenance info