On May 29, 1993, a Cessna 170B (registration N2962D) was involved in an aviation accident near Escondido, CA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll on an extremely short runway, which led to the aircraft veering into soft vegetation and flipping over. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A small airplane veered right upon landing at a short, unpaved strip and flipped over after hitting soft vegetation. The pilot reported no mechanical issues prior to the incident.
What happened
The pilot landed the aircraft at an airport characterized by a remarkably short runway measuring 140 feet by 50 feet. During the landing roll, the pilot deployed full flaps and applied maximum braking pressure in an attempt to stop the airplane within the limited distance available.
Despite these efforts, the airplane began to veer sharply to the right. The pilot was unable to arrest this turn or regain directional control. As the aircraft continued its uncontrolled movement, the wheels entered soft high vegetation located adjacent to the runway surface. This interaction caused the airplane to flip over, resulting in a rollover accident.
The pilot reported that the airplane did not experience any mechanical malfunctions or failures prior to the accident sequence.
Probable cause
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll on an extremely short runway, which led to the aircraft veering into soft vegetation and flipping over.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 29 May 1993 Cessna 170B accident near Escondido, CA?
A small airplane veered right upon landing at a short, unpaved strip and flipped over after hitting soft vegetation. The pilot reported no mechanical issues prior to the incident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 29 May 1993 involved a Cessna 170B, registration N2962D, at Escondido, CA.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll on an extremely short runway, which led to the aircraft veering into soft vegetation and flipping over.
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