N527GT

Substantial
None

ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL 114AS/N: 14528

Accident Details

Date
Thursday, December 30, 2010
NTSB Number
CEN11CA140
Location
North Lima, OH
Event ID
20110105X11016
Coordinates
40.961944, -80.677223
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
4
Total Aboard
4

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing touchdown.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
ROCKWELL INTERNATIONAL
Serial Number
14528
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1980
Model / ICAO
114A
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
4
FAA Model
114A

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
SCHELLHASE WALTER S
Address
500 RIVERHILL BLVD
City
KERRVILLE
State / Zip Code
TX 78028-6539
Country
United States

Analysis

The pilot stated that the airplane "veered immediately to the left" after landing touchdown. He attempted to maintain control by using right rudder and brake; however, the airplane ultimately departed the left side of the runway. The nose landing gear subsequently collapsed. The pilot reported applying "hard right brake to place the [air]plane into a spin to avoid a possible collision with oncoming buildings." The airplane sustained substantial damage to the firewall and fuselage. An examination of the runway environment revealed skid marks and depressions in the grass adjacent to the runway. The position of the skid marks was consistent with the right main landing gear. A post accident inspection did not reveal any anomalies consistent with a pre-impact failure. Winds in the local area were recorded as calm about the time of the accident.

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# CEN11CA140