Accident Overview
A local training flight at Pueblo-Memorial Airport ended in a crash when the airplane stalled during initial climb. The aircraft was destroyed upon impact, and all three occupants were killed.
Sequence of Events
The crew flew an approach to runway 27, then completed a circuit and a second approach to runway 17. After making a complete stop, the crew initiated a takeoff from runway 17. During the initial climb, at a height of 100 to 150 feet, the airplane nosed over, stalled, and crashed near the end of the runway.
Investigation Results
Investigators determined that the probable cause of the accident was a stall during initial climb. The crew failed to maintain flying speed. Contributing factors were identified: the crew failed to follow approved procedures; they misused or failed to use flaps; and the flaps were found in the fully extended 30° position. The normal flap setting for takeoff is 10°.
Conclusion
The crash resulted in the destruction of the aircraft and fatal injuries to all three occupants.