Crash of a Beechcraft G18S in McAllen
Date & Time:
Jul 5, 1978 at 0500 LT
Registration:
N807P
Survivors:
Yes
Schedule:
McAllen - Tampico
MSN:
BA-557
YOM:
1960
Crew on board:
1
Crew fatalities:
Pax on board:
1
Pax fatalities:
Other fatalities:
Total fatalities:
0
Captain / Total hours on type:
2060.00
Circumstances:
During the takeoff roll at McAllen-Miller Airport, one of the engine failed. The pilot abandoned the takeoff procedure and initiated an emergency braking maneuver. Unable to stop within the remaining distance, the airplane overran, struck a drainage ditch and came to rest. Both occupants were slightly injured and the aircraft was destroyed.
Probable cause:
The exact cause of the engine failure could not be determined.
Final Report:
