Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary WPR14CA214

Helena, MT, USA

Aircraft #1

N514DL

OLSON KITFOX II

Analysis

Same as Factual Information

Factual Information

The pilot reported that during a full stop landing on a grass strip, rolling out at 20 mph, the airplane started veering left and he applied right rudder and right brake. The airplane abruptly nosed over and came to rest inverted substantially damaging the aft fuselage. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures 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 the airplane nosing over.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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