Aircraft stall and runway excursion at Cairo Airport

No fatalities • Cairo, United States of America • Takeoff (climb)

A twin-engine airplane experienced a stall during its night departure from Cairo Airport, resulting in a crash landing and significant damage.

What happened

During a nighttime departure from Cairo Airport, a twin engine airplane experienced an aerodynamic stall shortly after beginning its takeoff roll. As the aircraft attempted to climb, it lost sufficient airspeed, leading to a loss of control. The plane subsequently crash landed on the runway before veering off the paved surface and coming to a halt.

The impact resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair. There was only one person on board during the incident; the pilot sustained serious injuries as a result of the accident.

Findings

Investigations into the accident concluded that the primary factor was an aerodynamic stall occurring during the initial climb phase. This loss of lift was triggered because the pilot failed to maintain the necessary flying speed required for a safe ascent.

Probable cause

The aircraft entered a stall during the initial climb due to insufficient airspeed maintenance by the pilot.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1976-12-28 Beechcraft D18 accident near Cairo, United States of America?

A twin-engine airplane experienced a stall during its night departure from Cairo Airport, resulting in a crash landing and significant damage.

Were there any fatalities in the 1976-12-28 Beechcraft D18 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1976-12-28 involved a Beechcraft D18, registration N3128B, operated by Festus Flying Service, at Cairo, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft entered a stall during the initial climb due to insufficient airspeed maintenance by the pilot.

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