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Conventional Landing Gear Airplane Veers Off Runway and Noses Over During Landing (N2715D)

Titusville, FL, US

On August 9, 1995, a Cessna 170B (registration N2715D) operated by Walkwitz Aviation, Inc. was involved in an aviation accident near Titusville, FL. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL DURING THE LANDING ROLL. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE PILOT'S LIMITED EXPERIENCE IN THE 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 a pilot's second solo flight in a conventional landing gear airplane, the aircraft veered off the right side of the runway after the fourth touchdown, collided with a taxiway sign, and nosed over despite corrective inputs.

Accident Sequence

The flight was the pilot's second solo flight in a conventional landing gear equipped airplane. The flight departed and the pilot performed three landings. After touchdown for the fourth landing, during the landing roll, the airplane veered off the right side of the runway.

Pilot's Corrective Actions

The pilot attempted to correct the veer by applying full left brake and rudder. Additionally, the pilot momentarily applied power to initiate a go-around. However, the airplane continued and collided with a taxiway sign.

Outcome

Following the collision with the taxiway sign, the airplane nosed over. The source does not provide further details on the condition of the pilot or the extent of damage to the aircraft.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 9 Aug 1995 Cessna 170B accident near Titusville, FL?

During a pilot's second solo flight in a conventional landing gear airplane, the aircraft veered off the right side of the runway after the fourth touchdown, collided with a taxiway sign, and nosed over despite corrective inputs.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 9 Aug 1995 involved a Cessna 170B, registration N2715D, operated by Walkwitz Aviation, Inc., at Titusville, FL.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL DURING THE LANDING ROLL. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE PILOT'S LIMITED EXPERIENCE IN THE 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/20001207X04325. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.