Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary CHI08CA184

Jerseyville, IL, USA

Aircraft #1

N653DF

Huebner RV6-A

Analysis

Same as Factual Information

Factual Information

The airplane received substantial damage when it nosed over during landing. The pilot reported that he performed a crosswind short field landing on the turf runway. He stated that while rolling out, the nose wheel sunk into mud and bent rearward and the airplane nosed over. Examination of the runway revealed a low spot where the accident occurred that had been softened by recent rain.

Probable Cause and Findings

The muddy, unsuitable terrain encountered during the landing.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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