Probable cause
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff.
NTSB analysis
The pilot reported that, during takeoff, the airplane veered to the left. The pilot attempted to correct with opposite rudder. The airplane exited the runway, which resulted in substantial damage to the left wing. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Text from the NTSB. Open the NTSB docket for ANC25LA040 for the full record.
Event
- Date
- May 23, 2025
- Type
- Accident
- Place
- San Luis Obispo, California
- Nearest airport
- San Luis Obispo County Regiona (SBP)
- Highest injury
- None
- Weather
- Visual (VMC)
- Light
- Day
Cirrus Design Corp SR22T
- N-number
- N797CK
- Category
- Airplane
- Year built
- 2018
- Damage
- Substantial
- Operating rule
- Part 91 (general aviation)
- Purpose of flight
- Personal
From the NTSB aviation accident database: N-registered aircraft, events since 2008, data through Oct 28, 2026. The file is published monthly, so the latest weeks are incomplete and recent records can change. The official source is the NTSB aviation investigation search. CheckAero is independent and not affiliated with the NTSB.