Accident Details
Date
Thursday, March 8, 2018
NTSB Number
GAA18CA153
Location
Many, LA
Event ID
20180309X23911
Coordinates
31.546667, -93.490837
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 improper application of the brakes during landing, which resulted in a nose-over.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
FRAN OIL INC
Address
745 MARTHAVILLE RD
City
MANY
State / Zip Code
LA 71449-7005
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot of the tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that, during landing, he tapped the brakes too hard and the airplane nosed over.
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage.
The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions 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# GAA18CA153