NONE · Cessna 172P · 1997-07-29 · LA PORTE, TX, USA
Event
NTSB number
FTW97LA289
Event ID
20001208X08397
Type
Accident
Date
1997-07-29
Location
LA PORTE, TX, USA
Coordinates
29.659343, -95.039283
Injuries
Highest injury
NONE
Fatal
0
Serious
0
Minor
0
Uninjured
1
Total aboard
1
Aircraft
Make
Cessna
Model
172P
Registration
N52336
FAR Part
091
Engines
1
Damage
SUBS
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane during the takeoff roll, as he attempted to close and lock the left cabin window. Factors relating to the accident were: the pilot's failure to follow the before takeoff checklist (secure the windows before starting the takeoff), and his diverted attention.