On September 28, 1989, a Piper PA-28-180 (registration N44502) operated by James D. Malliet was involved in an aviation accident near Mt. Horeb, WI. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Excessively worn brake discs and linings; recommended brake lining break-in procedures had not been accomplished. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
An aircraft landed fast in gusty crosswind conditions, overran the departure end of the runway, and collided with evergreen trees. Post-accident investigation found excessively worn brake discs and linings; the pilot reported that recommended break-in procedures for the new metallic brake linings had not been accomplished.
Incident Summary
An aircraft touched down at a higher-than-normal speed during gusty crosswind conditions. The aircraft failed to stop before reaching the departure end of the runway and subsequently collided with a stand of evergreen trees. The landing was the first operation conducted after the installation of new metallic brake linings.
Investigation Findings
Post-accident examination revealed that both the brake discs and the brake linings were excessively worn. The pilot stated that the recommended break-in procedures for the newly installed metallic brake linings had not been performed. The investigation did not specify any other contributing factors.
Probable cause
Excessively worn brake discs and linings; recommended brake lining break-in procedures had not been accomplished.
What happened in the 28 Sept 1989 Piper PA-28-180 accident near Mt. Horeb, WI?
An aircraft landed fast in gusty crosswind conditions, overran the departure end of the runway, and collided with evergreen trees. Post-accident investigation found excessively worn brake discs and linings; the pilot reported that recommended break-in procedures for the new metallic brake linings had not been…
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 28 Sept 1989 involved a Piper PA-28-180, registration N44502, operated by James D. Malliet, at Mt. Horeb, WI.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
Excessively worn brake discs and linings; recommended brake lining break-in procedures had not been accomplished.
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