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Night Takeoff Incident at New York-JFK Airport (N7110N)

New York-JFK, United States of AmericaTakeoff (climb)

On August 10, 1968, a Beechcraft D18 (registration N7110N) operated by Buker Airways was involved in an aviation accident near New York-JFK, United States of America during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The accident was probably caused by the combination of the following factors: - Uncontrolled descent caused by vortex turbulences, - The pilot misjudged the distance on takeoff, - The pilot failed to use all available runway as the takeoff was attempted from… This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary report: the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive (1962-1981)Updated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

During a night takeoff at New York-JFK Airport, a twin-engine airplane lost control and crashed in initial climb. The pilot sustained minor injuries and the aircraft was destroyed. Official findings cite vortex turbulence, misjudged distance, and other factors.

Incident

Shortly after a night liftoff from New York-JFK Airport, while in the initial climb phase, a twin-engine airplane went out of control and crashed. The pilot was slightly injured, and the aircraft was destroyed.

Probable Cause

The official investigation determined that the accident was probably caused by a combination of the following factors:

  • Uncontrolled descent caused by vortex turbulences
  • The pilot misjudged the distance on takeoff
  • The pilot failed to use all available runway as the takeoff was attempted from an intersection
  • Congested traffic pattern
  • The local controller warned the pilot about turbulences prior to takeoff
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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 10 Aug 1968 Beechcraft D18 accident near New York-JFK, United States of America?

During a night takeoff at New York-JFK Airport, a twin-engine airplane lost control and crashed in initial climb. The pilot sustained minor injuries and the aircraft was destroyed. Official findings cite vortex turbulence, misjudged distance, and other factors.

Were there any fatalities in the 10 Aug 1968 Beechcraft D18 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 10 Aug 1968 involved a Beechcraft D18, registration N7110N, operated by Buker Airways, at New York-JFK, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The accident was probably caused by the combination of the following factors: - Uncontrolled descent caused by vortex turbulences, - The pilot misjudged the distance on takeoff, - The pilot failed to use all available runway as the takeoff was attempted from the intersection, - Congested traffic pattern, - The local…

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