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Airplane Noses Over During Taxi on Grass Strip After Wind Gust (N9614B)

Duxbury, MA, US

On October 19, 1997, an Aviat A-1 (registration N9614B) was involved in an aviation accident near Duxbury, MA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Failure of the pilot to maintain control of the airplane. A related factor was the wind gusts. 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 taxi after landing on a private grass field, a pilot added power to turn left when a wind gust caused the airplane to nose over. Winds were from the east at 10 knots gusting to 18 knots.

Event Description

After landing on a private, up-sloping grass field, the pilot began taxiing to park the airplane. To execute a 180-degree left turn, he added power while applying left rudder and left toe brake. As the turn commenced, a strong wind gust struck the airplane, causing it to nose over.

Pilot Report

The pilot reported that winds were from the east at 10 knots with gusts up to 18 knots at the time of the accident. He stated that there was no mechanical malfunction with the airplane. In his opinion, the accident could have been prevented by cutting the engine after the landing roll and turning the airplane around by hand.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 19 Oct 1997 Aviat A-1 accident near Duxbury, MA?

During taxi after landing on a private grass field, a pilot added power to turn left when a wind gust caused the airplane to nose over. Winds were from the east at 10 knots gusting to 18 knots.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 19 Oct 1997 involved an Aviat A-1, registration N9614B, at Duxbury, MA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Failure of the pilot to maintain control of the airplane. A related factor was the wind gusts.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001208X09038. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.