Accident Details
Date
Thursday, March 19, 2015
NTSB Number
GAA15CA012
Location
Midland, TX
Event ID
20150322X11754
Coordinates
31.942499, -102.201942
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
Minor
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
1
Uninjured
0
Total Aboard
1
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot's excessive braking during the landing roll.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
MADSEN TRAVIS E
Address
22335 RED TOP RD
City
NEW UNDERWOOD
State / Zip Code
SD 57761-7811
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot landed the tailwheel-equipped airplane in variable wind conditions. During the landing roll he applied excessive brake in fear of a runway excursion, which resulted in the airplane nosing over and coming to rest inverted. The airplane sustained substantial damage to its wings, left wing strut and rudder. The pilot reported no pre-impact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# GAA15CA012