Final None Jul 29, 2022

N42584 accident at Sturgeon Lake, MN

Piper J3C-65 — Loss of control on ground at Sturgeon Lake, MN

DateJul 29, 2022
Tail numberN42584
AircraftPiper J3C-65 · Piper J-3 Cub · J3
LocationSturgeon Lake, MN
Phase of flightTakeoff
OperationPart 91 Personal
InjuriesNone
NTSB caseCEN22LA348

Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff from a gravel driveway resulting in an impact with a tree.

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