Apr 20, 2002
Accident
Substantial Helena, MT
InjuriesNone
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsVMC
OperationFAR 091
Probable Cause
Fracture of the left main wheel assembly during the takeoff roll. Factors include the use of a wheel assembly not approved for the accident airplane, and the use of an oversized tire.
NTSB SEA02LA074