Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary GAA17CA510

ANGLETON, TX, USA

Aircraft #1

N71971

LUSCOMBE 8

Analysis

Same as Factual Information

Factual Information

The pilot of the tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that, during the landing, the airplane ground looped. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing and fuselage. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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