Accident Details
On December 27, 2024, at approximately 1309 mountain standard time, a Cessna 560, registration N753MB, sustained substantial damage during a rejected takeoff at Stevens Field Airport (PSO) in Pagosa Springs, Colorado. The aircraft was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight. The pilot, copilot, eight passengers, and three dogs were not injured.
Flight Sequence
The pilot reported that the takeoff was conducted on runway 01, with the intended destination of Tulsa Riverside Airport (RVS), Tulsa, Oklahoma. During the takeoff roll, the airplane accelerated normally to the decision speed (V1) of 96 knots and rotation speed (Vr) of 103 knots. However, the airplane was unable to rotate despite full aft deflection of the control yoke. The pilot later stated that the airplane did not feel like it had sufficient power and did not seem to accelerate at the correct rate based on calculated performance data. At an airspeed of 120 knots, the pilot performed a rejected takeoff using maximum braking and full reverse thrust. The airplane departed the end of runway 01, continued into the grass beyond, pivoted left, and came to a stop. The crew and passengers exited the airplane and were met by airport personnel.
Post-Accident Examination
A post-accident examination by a certificated airframe and powerplant mechanic revealed substantial damage to both wings. The airplane was retained for further examination.