N1453V

Safety history

• April 26, 2006Accident

  The pilot's inadvertent stall/mush during takeoff-initial climb, which resulted in an in-flight collision with trees and terrain. Factors associated with the accident were the pilot's excessive loading of the airplane, his inadequate preflight planning, and a slush-covered runway.

  Cessna 172

  The pilot's inadvertent stall/mush during takeoff-initial climb, which resulted in an in-flight collision with trees and terrain. Factors associated with the accident were the pilot's excessive loading of the airplane, his inadequate preflight planning, and a slush-covered runway. Full accident record

• July 14, 2004Accident

  The pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision which resulted in fuel exhaustion and the loss of engine power.

  Cessna 172M

  The pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision which resulted in fuel exhaustion and the loss of engine power. Full accident record