Accident Details
Date
Friday, June 20, 2008
NTSB Number
NYC08CA229
Location
Fayetteville, NC
Event ID
20080822X01290
Coordinates
34.991111, -78.880279
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll out.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
MEE DENNIS M
Address
146 LESLIE DR
City
PORTSMOUTH
State / Zip Code
NH 03801-3531
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot of the Piper PA-18-105 landed on runway 4. During landing roll out, the airplane ground looped to the right. The pilot then taxied the airplane from the runway to the ramp, and postaccident inspection revealed that the left wing and elevator had sustained substantial damage when they contacted the runway during the landing. The pilot reported that there were no preimpact mechanical anomalies. The reported wind at the airport, about the time of the accident, was from 200 degrees at 12 knots.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# NYC08CA229