CESSNA TURBO 210L — Other Documents

This document is an AAIB (Air Accidents Investigation Branch) bulletin detailing the accident involving a Cessna T210M aircraft, registration N761JU. The report outlines the circumstances leading to the accident, including the pilot's experience, the aircraft's condition, and the events during the flight. It highlights critical factors such as an undetected pitch trim setting that contributed to the accident, as well as issues with the autopilot system. The document serves as a safety investigation report aimed at improving pilot training and operational safety for similar aircraft.

• Pilot attempted takeoff with incorrect pitch trim setting, leading to loss of control.
• Cessna T210M, registration N761JU, manufactured in 1977, equipped with a Continental TSIO-520-R engine.
• Pilot had 1,378 total flying hours, with 62 hours on the T210M.
• Autopilot system showed intermittent faults that may have contributed to the accident.
• Weather conditions were benign with winds at 240°/10 kt.