Casualties unknown

Loss of Directional Control During Landing Roll Results in Collision with Parked Aircraft (N8162T)

Concord, CA, US

On October 8, 1988, a Piper PA-28RT-201 (registration N8162T) was involved in an aviation accident near Concord, CA. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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During landing roll, a pilot lost directional control, veered left, and reported a stuck left rudder. The airplane exited the runway, crossed a grass divider and taxiway, then struck an unoccupied Cessna 172.

Incident Overview

During the landing roll, the pilot reported losing directional control of the airplane. The airplane veered left of the runway centerline. The pilot stated that the left rudder was stuck in a fully deflected position and that attempts to add right rudder were unsuccessful.

Sequence of Events

After the loss of directional control, the pilot applied full power. However, before becoming airborne, the airplane departed the runway surface. It subsequently crossed a grass divider and a taxiway before entering a ramp area. On the ramp, the airplane collided with an unoccupied Cessna 172.

Post-Incident Examination

Following the incident, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) inspectors examined the airplane. The examination revealed no evidence of a malfunction that could explain the reported rudder issue.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 8 Oct 1988 Piper PA-28RT-201 accident near Concord, CA?

During landing roll, a pilot lost directional control, veered left, and reported a stuck left rudder. The airplane exited the runway, crossed a grass divider and taxiway, then struck an unoccupied Cessna 172.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 8 Oct 1988 involved a Piper PA-28RT-201, registration N8162T, at Concord, CA.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X27092. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.