Runway excursion involving single-engine departure

No fatalities • Oneida-Scott, United States of America • Landing (descent or approach)

An aircraft experienced a sharp veer during takeoff and a subsequent runway excursion during an emergency landing following an engine failure assumption.

What happened

During a takeoff from runway 05, the aircraft experienced a sudden and sharp deviation to the right. Believing that the right engine had failed, the pilot attempted to execute an emergency landing on runway 23. Shortly after the wheels made contact with the runway, the aircraft began veering toward the left side of the pavement.

In an attempt to maintain control, the pilot increased power to the left engine and applied right rudder. However, the aircraft exited the left side of the runway, causing the nose and right main landing gear to collapse. The incident resulted in substantial damage to the right wing of the aircraft type.

Findings

An investigation into the event revealed that the pilot had failed to properly configure the rudder trim before the takeoff roll. Aside from this configuration error, the pilot reported no mechanical malfunctions or other anomalies that would have prevented the aircraft from operating normally.

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to set the correct rudder trim prior to takeoff contributed to the loss of directional control.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2014-09-25 Beechcraft 90 King Air accident near Oneida-Scott, United States of America?

An aircraft experienced a sharp veer during takeoff and a subsequent runway excursion during an emergency landing following an engine failure assumption.

Were there any fatalities in the 2014-09-25 Beechcraft 90 King Air accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2014-09-25 involved a Beechcraft 90 King Air, registration N211PC, operated by Remote Area Medical, at Oneida-Scott, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's failure to set the correct rudder trim prior to takeoff contributed to the loss of directional control.

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