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Gulfstream G650 test aircraft crashes during takeoff at Roswell, killing all four crew members

[FATALITY]

Apr 2, 2011 · Investigated by NTSB · Gulfstream Aerospace

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Failure Mode

FATALITY

Event Date

Apr 2, 2011

Primary Entity

Investigated by NTSB

Robotic Platform

Gulfstream Aerospace

Jurisdiction / Location

Federal / Global

Audit Standard

Physical State Verified

Incident Abstract & Audit Findings

On April 2, 2011, an experimental Gulfstream G650 (N652GD) crashed during a single-engine takeoff test flight at Roswell International Air Center, New Mexico. The aircraft stalled at a high angle of attack, rolled right, and its wingtip struck the runway. The plane veered off, hit a concrete berm, and caught fire.

System & Fleet Architecture

Operating Manufacturer

Investigated by NTSBView Manufacturer

Hardware Platform

Gulfstream Aerospace

Operational Sectors

Physical AI / Robotics

Primary Sources & Evidentiary Filings

  • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gulfstream_Aerospace_Flight_153

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gulfstream_Aerospace_Flight_153

  • https://www.ntsb.gov/investigations/Pages/DCA11MA076.aspx

    https://www.ntsb.gov/investigations/Pages/DCA11MA076.aspx

Related Incidents & Failure Precedents

6 records on file

Incident Context & FAQ

What happened in Gulfstream G650 test aircraft crashes during takeoff at Roswell, killing all four crew members?

On April 2, 2011, an experimental Gulfstream G650 (N652GD) crashed during a single-engine takeoff test flight at Roswell International Air Center, New Mexico. The aircraft stalled at a high angle of attack, rolled right, and its wingtip struck the runway. The plane veered off, hit a concrete berm, and caught fire. All four crew members (two pilots and two flight test engineers) were fatally injured. The NTSB found Gulfstream failed to properly develop and validate takeoff speeds and inadequately investigated prior uncommanded roll events.

When did this incident occur?

The incident is recorded as occurring on April 2, 2011 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.

Who was involved in Gulfstream G650 test aircraft crashes during takeoff at Roswell, killing all four crew members?

The incident is recorded as involving Gulfstream Aerospace on the DEPLOY registry. No specific robot model is linked to this incident in the registry.

Has anyone responded to Gulfstream G650 test aircraft crashes during takeoff at Roswell, killing all four crew members?

No responses to this incident are recorded on the DEPLOY registry. Operators, manufacturers, or affected parties can submit responses to the editorial team; absence is not a guarantee no response was issued.

What is the current status of Gulfstream G650 test aircraft crashes during takeoff at Roswell, killing all four crew members?

This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.