On October 10, 1984, a Cessna 180 (registration N4752Q) was involved in an aviation accident near Burley, ID. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During a crosswind takeoff, a tailwheel aircraft veered left, and despite right rudder and brake inputs, it departed the runway, groundlooping and collapsing the right main gear. No brake defect was found.
Event Summary
The pilot initiated a takeoff in a left crosswind. The aircraft began to weathervane to the left. The pilot applied increased right rudder and repeated applications of the right brake, but these inputs failed to arrest an increasing swerve to the left. The right brake pedal eventually bottomed out.
Runway Excursion
As the aircraft departed the runway surface in an incipient groundloop, the pilot reduced power and "rode it out." The right main landing gear collapsed due to excessive side loads encountered in rough terrain.
Pilot Comments and Investigation
The pilot cited a lack of information in the aircraft manual concerning the use of the tail wheel lock for crosswind takeoffs. The investigation revealed no pre-existing defect with the brake system.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 10 Oct 1984 Cessna 180 accident near Burley, ID?
During a crosswind takeoff, a tailwheel aircraft veered left, and despite right rudder and brake inputs, it departed the runway, groundlooping and collapsing the right main gear. No brake defect was found.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 10 Oct 1984 involved a Cessna 180, registration N4752Q, at Burley, ID.
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