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Pilot Reports Nose Tire Blowout During Landing in Wet Conditions (N35034)

Everett, WA, US

On March 23, 1997, a Cessna 177B (registration N35034) was involved in an aviation accident near Everett, WA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot stated that the nose tire blew on contact with the runway and was a contributing factor to the loss of directional control. 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 landing, the pilot felt a jolt after lowering the nose, experienced a bounce, then lost directional control to the left. The aircraft veered into wet grass and soft dirt, stopping with the nose gear embedded. The pilot believes the nose tire blew upon runway contact.

Narrative

The pilot reported that the landing was initially normal. After lowering the nose, she felt a jolt or crunch, followed by a slight bounce. The aircraft then touched down a second time, during which directional control was lost to the left. The plane veered off the runway into soft dirt and grass. The ground was described as very wet, likely due to rain that fell both that morning and the previous day. The aircraft came to a stop with the nose gear embedded in the dirt.

Pilot's Statement

In a written statement, the pilot expressed her belief that the nose tire blew upon contact with the runway. She stated that this was a contributing factor to the loss of directional control.

Probable cause

The pilot stated that the nose tire blew on contact with the runway and was a contributing factor to the loss of directional control.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 23 Mar 1997 Cessna 177B accident near Everett, WA?

During landing, the pilot felt a jolt after lowering the nose, experienced a bounce, then lost directional control to the left. The aircraft veered into wet grass and soft dirt, stopping with the nose gear embedded. The pilot believes the nose tire blew upon runway contact.

Were there any fatalities in the 23 Mar 1997 Cessna 177B accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 23 Mar 1997 involved a Cessna 177B, registration N35034, at Everett, WA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot stated that the nose tire blew on contact with the runway and was a contributing factor to the loss of directional control.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001208X07633. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.