Uncommanded Brake Application and Fire During Taxi

Casualties unknown • Dfw Airport, TX, US

An uncommanded brake application on the right main landing gear led to a fire and emergency evacuation during taxi at an unspecified airport.

What happened

Approximately five seconds after touchdown, the crew of the aircraft experienced an uncommanded brake application affecting both tires on the right main landing gear. The pilot managed to maintain directional control of the airplane by utilizing nose wheel steering and left rudder.

While the aircraft was taxiing toward the gate, the hot brake temperature warning light for the right main landing gear illuminated. Following this, a fire was observed near the right landing gear area. In response to the fire, the crew initiated an emergency evacuation while still on the taxiway.

The investigation

An examination of the landing gear and brake system components revealed no anomalies. Investigators were unable to identify the specific reason for the uncommanded application of the brakes.

Probable cause

The cause of the uncommanded brake application could not be determined.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1995-01-17 Atr 72-212 accident near Dfw Airport, TX?

An uncommanded brake application on the right main landing gear led to a fire and emergency evacuation during taxi at an unspecified airport.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1995-01-17 involved a Atr 72-212, registration N408AT, operated by Simmons Airlines, Inc., at Dfw Airport, TX.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The cause of the uncommanded brake application could not be determined.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001207X02856. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.

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