Runway excursion at Brooksville-Hernando County Airport

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

An aircraft veered off the runway during its takeoff roll at Brooksville-Hernando County Airport, resulting in significant damage to the plane.

What happened

While performing a takeoff roll on runway 27 at the Brooksville-Hernando County Airport, the aircraft experienced a loss of directional control. This deviation caused the plane to exit the paved surface of the runway and come to a stop off the airfield.

There were three crew members on board at the time of the incident. All occupants managed to exit the aircraft without sustaining any injuries. Although there were no casualties, the impact of the excursion resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair.

Findings

  • The aircraft departed the runway during the takeoff roll phase.
  • The incident led to the total loss of the airframe.

Probable cause

The pilot lost control of the aircraft during the takeoff roll, causing it to veer off the runway.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2012-02-13 Learjet 55 Longhorn accident near Brooksville, United States of America?

An aircraft veered off the runway during its takeoff roll at Brooksville-Hernando County Airport, resulting in significant damage to the plane.

Were there any fatalities in the 2012-02-13 Learjet 55 Longhorn accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2012-02-13 involved a Learjet 55 Longhorn, registration N75LJ, operated by Jet ICU Air Ambulance Service, at Brooksville, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot lost control of the aircraft during the takeoff roll, causing it to veer off the runway.

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