N2507M

Substantial
None

PIPER PA-12S/N: 12-1005

Accident Details

Date
Monday, May 24, 2010
NTSB Number
ANC10CA043
Location
Tanana, AK
Event ID
20100525X82026
Coordinates
65.166664, -152.100006
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 excessive application of the brakes during the landing roll resulting in a nose over.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
PIPER
Serial Number
12-1005
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1946
Model / ICAO
PA-12PA12
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
3
FAA Model
PA-12

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
ELLER RALPH E
Address
5306 N ENGSTROM RD
City
WASILLA
State / Zip Code
AK 99654-4716
Country
United States

Analysis

The private pilot reported she was practicing stop-and-go landings on a gravel-covered runway in her tailwheel-equipped airplane. The airplane was operated under Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 as a personal flight. She said that after touchdown she inadvertently applied the brakes too hard, and the airplane nosed over. The pilot noted that there were no preaccident mechanical problems with the airplane.

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ANC10CA043