Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary NYC08CA229

Fayetteville, NC, USA

Aircraft #1

N221T

Piper PA-18-105

Analysis

Same as Factual Information

Factual Information

The pilot of the Piper PA-18-105 landed on runway 4. During landing roll out, the airplane ground looped to the right. The pilot then taxied the airplane from the runway to the ramp, and postaccident inspection revealed that the left wing and elevator had sustained substantial damage when they contacted the runway during the landing. The pilot reported that there were no preimpact mechanical anomalies. The reported wind at the airport, about the time of the accident, was from 200 degrees at 12 knots.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll out.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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