Embraer ERJ-145 crash, Feb 11, 1998, Beaumont-Jack Brooks
Embraer ERJ-145 accident on February 11, 1998 near Beaumont-Jack Brooks, Texas, United States with no fatalities. Cause: The first officer's improper...
- Date: February 11, 1998
- Aircraft: Embraer ERJ-145
- Location: Beaumont-Jack Brooks, Texas, United States
- Fatalities: 0
- Phase of flight: Takeoff and climb
- Cause: The first officer's improper use of the rudder during a simulated engine failure on takeoff and the captain's delayed remedial action, which led to loss of control. The first officer's limited experience in the type was a factor.
During a proficiency check, a simulated engine failure at V1 was set up on an ERJ-145 at Beaumont. The first officer was flying and used the rudder improperly, and the captain's response was delayed. The aircraft rolled left and struck the ground, with both wings contacting the ground, and both pilots survived.