Casualties unknown

1991-09-17: Aeronca 7FC (N7550E) — Lake Pleasant Flying Svc — Phoenix, AZ

Phoenix, AZ, US

On September 17, 1991, an Aeronca 7FC (registration N7550E) operated by Lake Pleasant Flying Svc was involved in an aviation accident near Phoenix, AZ. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S IMPROPER REMEDIAL ACTION. CONTRIBUTING TO THIS ACCIDENT WAS THE PILOT'S IMPROPER USE OF THE BRAKES AND RUDDER AND HIS LACK OF EXPERIENCE IN THE ACCIDENT AIRPLANE'S MAKE AND MODEL. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

A CFI/commercial pilot reported a normal landing that turned into a left skid and ground loop, with the aircraft exiting the runway. Skid marks extended 150 ft from the resting point.

Incident Overview

A certified flight instructor (CFI) and commercial pilot reported that the landing on an 8,200 ft by 100 ft asphalt runway was normal. During the landing rollout, the airplane began to drift to the left. The pilot applied left rudder to compensate for the drift. Subsequently, the airplane entered a left skid. At that point, the pilot applied opposite rudder but to no avail, and the airplane ground looped and exited the runway environment.

Runway Evidence

The operator reported that skid marks were evident on the runway, extending approximately 150 ft from the airplane's resting point, which was located adjacent to the runway's high-speed turnoff.

Aircraft and Pilot Information

The pilot was a CFI and commercial pilot. No further details about the aircraft, registration, date, location, occupants, or injuries were provided in the source material.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X18125. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.