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Nose Gear Collapses After Taxiway Excursion and Collision with Cement Pad (N700RR)

Tampa, FL, US

On December 1, 1993, a Cessna 650 (registration N700RR) was involved in an aviation accident near Tampa, FL. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PIC'S IMPROPER DECISION TO TAXI THE AIRPLANE OFF THE TAXIWAY. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE IMPROPER WIRING OF THE ANTI-SKID SYSTEM. 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 a turn from runway to taxiway, the airplane weathervaned. Nosewheel steering was ineffective; full reverse thrust was applied. The airplane exited the taxiway onto grass. While taxiing forward, the nosewheel struck a cement pad, collapsing the nose gear. Examination found crossed anti-skid transducers on the left main gear.

Event Description

The pilot reported that the airplane began to weathervane while turning off the runway onto the taxiway. Nosewheel steering was initiated but produced negative results. The pilot then applied full power on the thrust reversers. The airplane departed the taxiway and came to a stop in the grass. The pilot subsequently taxied forward, and the nosewheel collided with a cement pad, causing the nose gear to collapse.

Examination Findings

A post-event examination of the airplane revealed that the left-hand main gear assembly trailing link connectors for anti-skid transducers PW21 and PW23 were crossed. As a result, these transducers responded opposite to how they should have operated. No other anomalies were noted in the examination.

Operational Context

No additional details regarding the airplane type, registration, operator, location, date, time of day, weather conditions, or ATC involvement were provided in the source. Occupants, injuries, and damage beyond the nose gear collapse were not specified.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1 Dec 1993 Cessna 650 accident near Tampa, FL?

During a turn from runway to taxiway, the airplane weathervaned. Nosewheel steering was ineffective; full reverse thrust was applied. The airplane exited the taxiway onto grass. While taxiing forward, the nosewheel struck a cement pad, collapsing the nose gear. Examination found crossed anti-skid transducers on the…

Were there any fatalities in the 1 Dec 1993 Cessna 650 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1 Dec 1993 involved a Cessna 650, registration N700RR, at Tampa, FL.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

THE PIC'S IMPROPER DECISION TO TAXI THE AIRPLANE OFF THE TAXIWAY. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE IMPROPER WIRING OF THE ANTI-SKID SYSTEM.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001211X13895. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.