On November 15, 1990, a Piper PA-24-250 (registration N6384P) operated by Beverly Mongeau was involved in an aviation accident near North Hampton, MA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL AFTER LANDING. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During the landing, the pilot reported a soft main gear touchdown, but upon nose wheel contact the airplane pulled sharply to the left. The airplane exited the left side of the runway into brush. An FAA inspection found no discrepancies with the landing gear, brakes, flight controls, airframe, or engine.
Event Description
According to the pilot, during the landing the airplane touched down softly on the main gear. However, when the nose wheel touched the runway surface, the airplane pulled sharply to the left. The pilot attempted to correct the movement, but the airplane departed the left side of the runway and entered brush.
Investigation Findings
An FAA investigation examined the landing site. Tire marks on the runway indicated that the airplane had touched down on the left main gear and began moving left immediately thereafter. The FAA conducted an inspection of the landing gear, brakes, flight controls, airframe, and engine. No discrepancies were found in any of these systems.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 15 Nov 1990 Piper PA-24-250 accident near North Hampton, MA?
During the landing, the pilot reported a soft main gear touchdown, but upon nose wheel contact the airplane pulled sharply to the left. The airplane exited the left side of the runway into brush. An FAA inspection found no discrepancies with the landing gear, brakes, flight controls, airframe, or engine.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 15 Nov 1990 involved a Piper PA-24-250, registration N6384P, operated by Beverly Mongeau, at North Hampton, MA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL AFTER LANDING.