Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary ANC11CA054

Nikiski, AK, USA

Aircraft #1

N6248R

PIPER PA-18-150

Analysis

The pilot reported that he was landing on a beach when he applied the brakes too heavily during the landing roll, and the airplane nosed over. During the nose over, the rudder and the right lift strut sustained substantial damage. The pilot said that there were no mechanical malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

Factual Information

The private pilot reported he was landing on a beach when he applied the brakes too heavily during the landing roll, and the airplane nosed over. He indicated that there were no mechanical problems with the airplane prior to the accident. During the nose over, the rudder and the right lift strut received substantial damage.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's improper use of brakes during landing.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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