Casualties unknown

Runway Excursion Following Landing Gear Tire Failure (N8273M)

Huntington Bch, CA, US

On July 25, 1988, a Cessna T210K (registration N8273M) operated by Utah Helicopter Corp was involved in an aviation accident near Huntington Bch, CA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Loss of directional control during the landing roll due to a flat right main landing gear tire. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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Aircraft veered off the runway after landing due to a flat right main tire, resulting in collision with a runway light and loss of directional control.

What happened

During the landing roll, the pilot heard a loud bang on the right side of the airplane. When the pilot applied brakes and the speed dissipated, directional control was lost. The airplane veered off the runway and collided with a runway light.

The investigation

During an inspection, it was found that the right main landing gear tire had a worn spot and was flat.

Probable cause

Loss of directional control during the landing roll due to a flat right main landing gear tire.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 25 Jul 1988 Cessna T210K accident near Huntington Bch, CA?

Aircraft veered off the runway after landing due to a flat right main tire, resulting in collision with a runway light and loss of directional control.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 25 Jul 1988 involved a Cessna T210K, registration N8273M, operated by Utah Helicopter Corp, at Huntington Bch, CA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Loss of directional control during the landing roll due to a flat right main landing gear tire.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X26293. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.