Casualties unknown

Loss of Control After Landing on Runway 11L (N9222J)

Vero Beach, FL, US

On December 8, 1991, a Piper PA-28-161 (registration N9222J) operated by Flight Safety International was involved in an aviation accident near Vero Beach, FL. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL DURING THE LANDING ROLL. THIS RESULTED IN THE COLLISION WITH A SIGN. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS HIS LACK OF TOTAL EXPERIENCE. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 15 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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After touchdown on Runway 11L with a wind from 090 degrees at 7 knots, the pilot lost control. The aircraft departed the right side of the runway and struck a runway marking sign. The pilot reported brake locking, but examination found no evidence of brake malfunction.

Event Description

Following touchdown on Runway 11L, the pilot lost control of the aircraft. The wind was from 090 degrees at 7 knots. The aircraft traveled off the right side of the runway and collided with a runway marking sign.

Pilot Report

The pilot stated that after applying the brakes, they locked. This report was the only indication of brake issues during the event.

Examination Findings

Each brake assembly was disassembled. The examination revealed no evidence of failure or malfunction. The tires were also inspected, and no flat spots were found that would indicate the brakes had been locked.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X18639. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.