Aircraft loss of control during takeoff climb

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

An aircraft experienced a stall and subsequent ground impact during the initial climb phase following takeoff.

What happened

During the initial climb following takeoff, the aircraft experienced a series of aerodynamic instabilities. According to eyewitness accounts, the aircraft underwent two distinct upward pitches before reaching an altitude of approximately 200 feet above ground level. Following this sharp ascent, the aircraft entered a stall condition characterized by a drop in the right wing. The subsequent descent was uncontrolled, resulting in the aircraft striking the terrain in a flat attitude.

Findings

Official investigations into the accident identified two primary occurrences. The first involved a loss of control during the flight phase. Investigators determined that the pilot in command failed to maintain an appropriate climb rate and did not execute necessary corrections once the stall occurred. The second occurrence was the uncontrolled descent leading to a collision with the ground.

Probable cause

The pilot failed to maintain an adequate climb rate and did not correct the aircraft after it entered a stall during takeoff.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1986-02-11 Beechcraft H18 accident near Louisville, United States of America?

An aircraft experienced a stall and subsequent ground impact during the initial climb phase following takeoff.

Were there any fatalities in the 1986-02-11 Beechcraft H18 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1986-02-11 involved a Beechcraft H18, registration N148PA, operated by ACE Air Cargo Express, at Louisville, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot failed to maintain an adequate climb rate and did not correct the aircraft after it entered a stall during takeoff.

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