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Airplane Veers Off Runway During Landing Roll, Collides with Fence (N4671V)

Meriden, CT, US

On September 3, 1995, a Cessna 172RG (registration N4671V) was involved in an aviation accident near Meriden, CT. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll which resulted in the aircraft veering off the runway, and a subsequent collision with a fence. 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 the landing roll, the airplane veered off the right side of the runway and collided with a fence. The pilot reported a locked brake at touchdown, but postaccident examination found no brake anomalies.

Occurrence

During the landing roll, the airplane veered off the right side of the runway and collided with a fence.

Pilot Statement

The pilot stated, "At touchdown...brake locked...and aircraft pulled to right."

Examination

Postaccident examination revealed skid marks from both main wheels. The skid marks began approximately 1,200 feet from the approach end of the 3,100-foot-long runway, continued for 150 feet, and veered to the right side of the runway.

An FAA inspector reported that the tires appeared good with no evidence of severe scuffing that would be associated with a locked brake. Inspection of the brake assembly revealed no anomalies.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 3 Sept 1995 Cessna 172RG accident near Meriden, CT?

During the landing roll, the airplane veered off the right side of the runway and collided with a fence. The pilot reported a locked brake at touchdown, but postaccident examination found no brake anomalies.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 3 Sept 1995 involved a Cessna 172RG, registration N4671V, at Meriden, CT.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

the pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll which resulted in the aircraft veering off the runway, and a subsequent collision with a fence.

More accident analyses

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001207X04570. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.