Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary NYC06CA158

South Hill, VA, USA

Aircraft #1

N55267

Boeing A75N1

Analysis

The pilot performed three touch-and-go landings uneventfully. During a subsequent landing, and after touchdown, the pilot "failed to maintain directional control." The airplane ground looped, veered off the right side of the runway, and nosed over, resulting in substantial damage.

Factual Information

According to the pilot of the Boeing A75N1, he performed three touch-and-go landings uneventfully. During a subsequent landing, and after touchdown, the pilot "failed to maintain directional control." The airplane ground looped, veered off the right side of the runway, and nosed over, resulting in substantial damage.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing, which resulted in a ground loop and a subsequent nose over.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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