On November 14, 1987, a Piper PA-34-200 (registration N41298) operated by Coastal Flight Center, Inc. was involved in an aviation accident near Murfreesboro, TN. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
While taxiing on a parallel taxiway, the right brake failed. The pilot attempted to turn using differential power, but the airplane crossed the runway and struck trees, damaging a wing. Examination revealed completely worn brake pads.
Sequence of Events
During taxi on a parallel taxiway, the right wheel brake failed. The failure occurred near the end of the taxiway as the pilot was about to turn the airplane onto the runway. The pilot subsequently attempted to execute the turn using differential power. However, the airplane crossed the runway and entered trees on the opposite side. Just before the airplane departed the runway, the pilot pulled the mixture controls to idle cutoff. The airplane sustained structural damage to one of its wings.
Post-Accident Examination
After the accident, an examination of the right brake assembly revealed that the brake pads were completely worn away. The aircraft had reportedly undergone an annual inspection approximately one month prior to the accident.
What happened in the 14 Nov 1987 Piper PA-34-200 accident near Murfreesboro, TN?
While taxiing on a parallel taxiway, the right brake failed. The pilot attempted to turn using differential power, but the airplane crossed the runway and struck trees, damaging a wing. Examination revealed completely worn brake pads.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 14 Nov 1987 involved a Piper PA-34-200, registration N41298, operated by Coastal Flight Center, Inc., at Murfreesboro, TN.
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