On June 28, 1986, a Cessna 180H (registration N180SR) operated by Cleve Embree Mcdonald was involved in an aviation accident near Anchorage, AK. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's inability to maintain directional control due to an inoperative right brake during the landing roll-out. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
After a local flight, the pilot found the right brake inoperative during landing roll-out. The aircraft groundlooped left, departed the runway, and sustained damage to the wing and stabilizer.
What happened
The pilot and the owner of the airplane performed maintenance on the braking system prior to takeoff. Following a local flight, they returned to the airport for landing. During the landing roll-out, the right brake became inoperative. The aircraft groundlooped to the left and departed off the left edge of the runway. This incident resulted in damage to the right wing and the horizontal stabilizer.
The investigation
Post-incident examination revealed that the right brake was inoperative. The mechanical failure contributed directly to the loss of directional control during the landing roll-out phase.
Probable cause
The pilot's inability to maintain directional control due to an inoperative right brake during the landing roll-out.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 28 Jun 1986 Cessna 180H accident near Anchorage, AK?
After a local flight, the pilot found the right brake inoperative during landing roll-out. The aircraft groundlooped left, departed the runway, and sustained damage to the wing and stabilizer.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 28 Jun 1986 involved a Cessna 180H, registration N180SR, operated by Cleve Embree Mcdonald, at Anchorage, AK.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's inability to maintain directional control due to an inoperative right brake during the landing roll-out.
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