On August 9, 1996, a Cessna 172N (registration N5291E) operated by Jma Aviation was involved in an aviation accident near Nashville, TN. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: inadequate annual inspection by other maintenance personnel and inadequate pre-flight inspection by the pilot. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
During taxi, the right brake became ineffective, causing the airplane to roll off the taxiway down an embankment and collide with trees. Postaccident examination revealed an old brake fluid leak and low fluid level.
Summary of Event
While taxiing to the runway for takeoff, the right brake became ineffective. The airplane continued to roll to the end of the taxiway, went down an embankment, and collided with trees.
Examination Findings
A postaccident examination of the brake system revealed evidence of an old leak at the connection between the right brake caliper and the brake line. Additionally, the master brake cylinder contained only residual fluid.
Maintenance History
According to the pilot's report, an annual inspection had been conducted approximately 1.7 operating hours and about one month prior to the accident.
What happened in the 9 Aug 1996 Cessna 172N accident near Nashville, TN?
During taxi, the right brake became ineffective, causing the airplane to roll off the taxiway down an embankment and collide with trees. Postaccident examination revealed an old brake fluid leak and low fluid level.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 9 Aug 1996 involved a Cessna 172N, registration N5291E, operated by Jma Aviation, at Nashville, TN.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
inadequate annual inspection by other maintenance personnel and inadequate pre-flight inspection by the pilot.
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