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N721SM accident description

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Crash location 43.769723°N, 87.851667°W
Nearest city Sheboygan, WI
43.784995°N, 87.766476°W
4.4 miles away
Tail number N721SM
Accident date 15 Jun 2012
Aircraft type Piper PA-28-181
Additional details: None

NTSB Factual Report

During takeoff from runway 21 at an airspeed of 50 knots, the airplane's right wing began to lift. When the pilot attempted to lower the right wing, the airplane veered to the left. The airplane continued to the left and exited the left side of the runway. The airplane entered a ditch and came to rest upright partially submerged in water. Postaccident examination of the airplane showed substantial damage to both wings. The pilot reported no mechanical anomalies with the airplane prior to the accident.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll.

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