Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary ERA20CA175

Shirley, NY, USA

Aircraft #1

N11457

Waco QCF

Analysis

Same as Factual Information

Factual Information

The pilot was landing the tailwheel-equipped airplane on a grass runway. After touchdown, the pilot applied light differential brake pressure to slow the airplane before exiting the runway; however, the airplane nosed over and came to rest inverted. The rudder, vertical stabilizer, and upper wings sustained substantial damage. The pilot reported the airplane had no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the landing roll, which resulted in a nose over.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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