1 fatality

1980-01-30: Rockwell Aero Commander 560 (N560E) — Private United States of America — Magdalena, United States of America

Magdalena, United States of AmericaTakeoff (climb)

On January 30, 1980, a Rockwell Aero Commander 560 (registration N560E) operated by Private United States of America was involved in an aviation accident near Magdalena, United States of America during takeoff. One person was killed. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Collision with during initial climb and subsequent crash due to inadequate supervision of flight. 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.

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A twin-engine airplane struck a fence and crashed in flames during takeoff at Magdalena Airport. The pilot was killed; three other occupants were injured, two seriously. Official probable cause cited inadequate supervision of flight and multiple contributing factors.

Accident

During takeoff at Magdalena Airport, a twin-engine airplane struck a fence and subsequently crashed in flames. The pilot was killed, while three other occupants sustained injuries, two of which were serious.

Probable Cause

The official probable cause was determined as "Collision with during initial climb and subsequent crash due to inadequate supervision of flight."

Contributing Factors

The investigation identified the following contributing factors:

  • Inadequate preflight preparation
  • The copilot misused or failed to use flaps
  • The copilot failed to maintain flying speed
  • Wet runway
  • The crew failed to use all available runway
  • Improperly loaded aircraft