Glendale, AZ, USA
N756HQ
Cessna U206G
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The private pilot reported that he was conducting a flight for night currency. Shortly after takeoff, approximately 20 feet above ground level (agl), the rear cargo door opened. The pilot landed on the remaining runway without further incident. Post accident examination of the cargo door revealed substantial damage to the door support assembly and fuselage. The pilot stated he secured the door prior to takeoff; however, he did not have the door fully pushed in and latched.
The pilot's failure to properly latch the door prior to takeoff.
Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database
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