Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary WPR22LA122

The Dalles, OR, USA

Aircraft #1

N97WG

RAVIRAJ MOHIL CCX-2000

Analysis

The pilot of the tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that, during the landing roll, as the tailwheel touched down, airplane veered to the right and ground looped. The left wing and aileron were substantially damaged. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a ground loop.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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