Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary ANC12CA044

Tok, AK, USA

Aircraft #1

N9906C

SILVAIRE LUSCOMBE 8F

Analysis

Same as Factual Information

Factual Information

The pilot reported that during landing, he inadvertently applied excessive pressure to the brakes, and the airplane nosed over, resulting in substantial damage to the vertical stabilizer and rudder. He reported that the airplane had recently been modified with hydraulic brakes, but there were no preaccident mechanical anomalies with the airplane.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's inadvertent and excessive application of brake pressure during landing, which resulted in a nose over.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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