Casualties unknown

Pilot Reports Landing Difficulties with Right Wing Lift and Ground Contact (N2505P)

Jordan, MN, US

On September 21, 1996, a Piper PA-22-150 (registration N2505P) was involved in an aviation accident near Jordan, MN. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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A pilot reported that after touchdown, the right wing lifted, causing the airplane to veer left. Despite applying right aileron and full power, the pilot could not lower the wing until reducing power, at which point the wing contacted the ground.

Incident Description

A pilot provided a detailed account of a landing incident. According to the pilot, after touchdown, the right wing lifted, pulling the airplane to the left. In response, the pilot applied right aileron and full power, but was unable to lower the right wing. The pilot then reduced power and attempted to steer the airplane out of the skid. As the skid increased, the right wing came down and made contact with the ground as the airplane came to a stop.

Post-Event Examination

Following the incident, an examination of the airplane revealed no anomalies in the flight controls or other airplane systems.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001208X06710. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.