Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary WPR14CA064

San Carlos, CA, USA

Aircraft #1

N6913

PIPER PA 16

Analysis

Same as Factual Information

Factual Information

The pilot reported that the landing, in a tailwheel equipped airplane, was uneventful. During the landing roll, he lost control of the airplane which ground looped to the right. The left wing and elevator impacted the ground and both sustained substantial damage. The pilot reported no mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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