On September 26, 1992, a Piper PA-28-180 (registration N7181W) operated by Tileston, Gordon M. was involved in an aviation accident near Craig, CO. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL. 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 airplane landed, rolled 1,000 feet, exited the right side of Runway 25, and struck a drainage ditch 120 feet away. Winds were calm. The pilot reported the aircraft lacked optional toe brakes.
Event Description
During the landing roll, the airplane traveled approximately 1,000 feet before departing the right side of Runway 25. It continued for another 120 feet and struck a drainage ditch. At the time of the incident, winds were reported as calm.
Pilot Statement
The pilot indicated that the airplane was not equipped with optional toe brakes. No further details regarding the pilot's actions were provided.
Aircraft Equipment and Manual Information
According to the airplane owner's manual, the nose wheel is steerable through a 44-degree arc. The standard braking system comprises a lever and master cylinder located below and behind the left center of the instrument sub panel.
What happened in the 26 Sept 1992 Piper PA-28-180 accident near Craig, CO?
An airplane landed, rolled 1,000 feet, exited the right side of Runway 25, and struck a drainage ditch 120 feet away. Winds were calm. The pilot reported the aircraft lacked optional toe brakes.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 26 Sept 1992 involved a Piper PA-28-180, registration N7181W, operated by Tileston, Gordon M., at Craig, CO.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL.
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