Twin-Engine Aircraft Stall During Takeoff (N29760)

Accident Overview and Outcome During takeoff, a twin-engine airplane stalled and crashed in flames. The pilot, who was the sole person on board, was killed in the incident. No other occupants were present on the aircraft at the time of the accident. ## Official Findings and Contributing Factors The official investigation determined that the probable cause of the accident was a stall on takeoff due to inadequate preflight preparation on the part of the pilot. The investigation reported several contributing factors related to the operational environment and pilot decisions. These factors included the selection of the wrong runway relative to the existing wind conditions. The aircraft was operating downwind on a runway measuring 2,000 feet in length, with a 15-knot tailwind present during the takeoff attempt.