Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary CEN22LA028

Greeley, CO, USA

Aircraft #1

N125WB

AMERICAN CHAMPION AIRCRAFT 8GCBC

Analysis

The pilot reported that during landing with a slight crosswind, he was unable to maintain directional control and the airplane ground looped to the right, which resulted in substantial damage to the left wing. He reported that there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded normal operation and that the accident may have been prevented with better control of the rudder and differential braking.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s loss of directional control during the landing roll.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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