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Ground Loop During Landing Roll Results in Collision with Parked Aircraft (N8495K)

Sussex, NJ, US

On August 13, 1992, a Stinson ST-75 (registration N8495K) operated by Richard Kravit was involved in an aviation accident near Sussex, NJ. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT FAILED TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE AIRPLANE DURING THE LANDING ROLL, AND INADVERTENTLY SWERVED AND GROUND LOOPED INTO TWO PARKED AIRPLANES. A FACTOR IN THIS ACCIDENT WAS THE PILOT'S LACK OF EXPEREINCE IN THIS MAKE AND MODEL AIRPLANE. 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 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

During landing roll, the airplane veered left. Despite right rudder and brake application, the left main wheel left the runway into soft, wet ground, causing a ground loop and collision with two parked airplanes.

Accident Overview

During the landing roll, the airplane began to deviate to the left of the runway centerline. The pilot attempted to correct the deviation by applying right rudder and right brake, but these actions were unsuccessful in stopping the airplane from drifting leftward.

Sequence of Events

The left main wheel departed the runway pavement and entered soft, wet ground. This resulted in the airplane ground looping. During the ground loop, the airplane struck two parked airplanes.

Aircraft and Conditions

The report does not specify the aircraft type, registration, or operator. No information is provided regarding the number of occupants, injuries, or damage to the aircraft involved. The time of day, weather conditions, and any ATC involvement are also not mentioned.

Investigation Findings

The investigation focused on the events as described. No explicit cause for the initial veering or the failure of corrective actions is stated in the source.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 13 Aug 1992 Stinson ST-75 accident near Sussex, NJ?

During landing roll, the airplane veered left. Despite right rudder and brake application, the left main wheel left the runway into soft, wet ground, causing a ground loop and collision with two parked airplanes.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 13 Aug 1992 involved a Stinson ST-75, registration N8495K, operated by Richard Kravit, at Sussex, NJ.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE PILOT FAILED TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE AIRPLANE DURING THE LANDING ROLL, AND INADVERTENTLY SWERVED AND GROUND LOOPED INTO TWO PARKED AIRPLANES. A FACTOR IN THIS ACCIDENT WAS THE PILOT'S LACK OF EXPEREINCE IN THIS MAKE AND MODEL AIRPLANE.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001211X15505. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.