On April 18, 1982, a Beech C23-180 (registration N2229L) operated by Gary Wayne Williams was involved in an aviation accident near Greensboro, NC. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A pilot reported a right brake system failure during landing on Runway 09, causing loss of directional control. A mechanic observed tire tracks and the right main tire digging into the ground near runway lights before breaking off.
Pilot Statement
The pilot of the aircraft stated that he experienced a failure of the right brake system. This failure prevented him from maintaining directional control during the ground roll after landing on Runway 09.
Mechanic's Observations
The mechanic who was responsible for removing the aircraft from the accident scene provided additional details. He reported that tire tracks from the aircraft's left and right main tires first appeared approximately 300 feet from the approach end of the runway. According to the mechanic, both main tires appeared to be rolling normally until the right main tire dug into the ground. This occurred just as the aircraft went over the runway lights. Shortly after that moment, the right main tire broke off.
Aircraft Removal
The mechanic subsequently removed the aircraft from the accident scene. No further details regarding the removal process are available from the source.
Summary
In summary, the pilot reported a right brake failure leading to a loss of directional control during landing on Runway 09. The mechanic observed tire tracks and the right main tire digging into the ground near the runway lights before breaking off.