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Airplane Veers Right During Landing Roll, Strikes Embankment (N8352H)

Valparaiso, IN, US

On July 5, 1996, a Piper PA-28-161 (registration N8352H) was involved in an aviation accident near Valparaiso, IN. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 4 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

During the landing roll, the pilot applied brakes and the airplane veered right, exiting the runway and continuing 430 feet before contacting an embankment. Inspection revealed no brake system anomalies.

Accident Details

The pilot reported that during the landing roll, she applied the brakes to slow the airplane. At that point, the airplane veered to the right. It continued off the runway until coming to rest after contacting an embankment.

Accident Site

Inspection of the accident site revealed that the airplane exited the runway approximately 1,500 feet from the approach end. After leaving the runway surface, it traveled an additional 430 feet before striking the embankment where it came to rest.

Brake System Examination

An examination of the brake system was conducted and failed to reveal any anomalies that would have prevented normal operation.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 5 Jul 1996 Piper PA-28-161 accident near Valparaiso, IN?

During the landing roll, the pilot applied brakes and the airplane veered right, exiting the runway and continuing 430 feet before contacting an embankment. Inspection revealed no brake system anomalies.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 5 Jul 1996 involved a Piper PA-28-161, registration N8352H, at Valparaiso, IN.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll.

More accident analyses

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001208X06169. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.