No fatalities

Single-Engine Stall During Initial Climb at Greenwood-Leflore Airport (N2754B)

Greenwood-Leflore, United States of AmericaTakeoff (climb)

On June 10, 1972, a Rockwell Aero Commander 560 (registration N2754B) operated by Private United States of America was involved in an aviation accident near Greenwood-Leflore, United States of America during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot-in-command exercised poor judgment and failed to obtain sufficient flying speed while trying to take off in single engine configuration. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A); 8 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary report: the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive (1962-1981)Updated 2026-09-03Data APIEditorial standards

An airplane stalled and crashed shortly after liftoff from Greenwood-Leflore Airport. The sole pilot was seriously injured, and the aircraft was destroyed.

Incident Overview An airplane experienced a stall during its initial climb phase shortly after departing from Greenwood-Leflore Airport. The aircraft subsequently crashed, resulting in the destruction of the airplane. ## Casualties and Damage The pilot, who was the only person on board, sustained serious injuries in the accident. The aircraft was destroyed as a result of the crash. ## Official Findings The investigation determined that the pilot-in-command made poor judgment calls and did not achieve adequate flying speed while attempting to take off in a single-engine configuration. This failure to obtain sufficient speed contributed to the stall during the initial climb.

Probable cause

The pilot-in-command exercised poor judgment and failed to obtain sufficient flying speed while trying to take off in single engine configuration.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 10 Jun 1972 Rockwell Aero Commander 560 accident near Greenwood-Leflore, United States of America?

An airplane stalled and crashed shortly after liftoff from Greenwood-Leflore Airport. The sole pilot was seriously injured, and the aircraft was destroyed.

Were there any fatalities in the 10 Jun 1972 Rockwell Aero Commander 560 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 10 Jun 1972 involved a Rockwell Aero Commander 560, registration N2754B, operated by Private United States of America, at Greenwood-Leflore, United States of America.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot-in-command exercised poor judgment and failed to obtain sufficient flying speed while trying to take off in single engine configuration.