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Failed Takeoff from Private Grass Airstrip in Ontario (N201KS)

London, CanadaTakeoff (climb)

On August 20, 2002, a Rockwell Aero Commander 560 (registration N201KS) operated by Texas Avstar was involved in an aviation accident near London, Canada during takeoff. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot suspected that the parking brake was not fully disengaged. This summary draws on records from the Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A).

Sourcesthe Bureau of Aircraft Accidents Archives (B3A)Primary reportUpdated 2026-06-11Data APIEditorial standards

An aircraft failed to become airborne during a takeoff attempt from a private grass airstrip in Ontario, coming to rest in a cornfield. The aircraft was destroyed, and both occupants were injured.

Incident Overview and Location Details The aircraft attempted to take off from a private grass airstrip located at 22678 Purple Hill Road, approximately 13.5 kilometers north of London Airport in Ontario. The airstrip was 2,400 feet in length. During the takeoff attempt, the aircraft failed to become airborne and eventually came to rest in a nearby cornfield. The incident resulted in the aircraft being damaged beyond repair, and both occupants sustained injuries. A witness reported observing smoke coming from the aircraft's wheels. The pilot suspected that the parking brake was not fully disengaged, which may have contributed to the failed takeoff.

Probable cause

The pilot suspected that the parking brake was not fully disengaged.

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