Incident Overview
On an unspecified date, during the takeoff roll of a Learjet, control was lost just prior to liftoff. The airplane veered off the runway and crashed, resulting in a fire. All three occupants escaped the wreckage with minor injuries. The aircraft was destroyed.
Sequence of Events
The accident sequence began as the aircraft accelerated for takeoff. Moments before the airplane would have become airborne, control was lost. The Learjet departed the runway surface and impacted the ground, erupting in flames. The three individuals on board evacuated the aircraft following the crash. They sustained only minor injuries.
Probable Cause and Contributing Factors
According to the official findings, the probable cause of the accident was a collision with the ground during takeoff due to inadequate supervision of flight. The investigation reported several contributing factors:
- Simulated conditions were in effect.
- The pilot-in-command was not a certified flight instructor (non CFI).
- The engine was pulled at Vr (rotation speed).
- The copilot, who lacked Learjet dual instruction, was performing the takeoff.
These factors combined led to the loss of control and subsequent crash.
Aftermath
The aircraft was destroyed by impact and fire. The three occupants were reported to have sustained minor injuries. No further details were provided.