On February 9, 1998, a Piper PA-22-160 (registration N1958P) was involved in an aviation accident near Point Lookout, MO. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the pilot's failure to maintain directional control on landing rollout. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A pilot lost directional control during landing on runway 11, resulting in a ground loop. The pilot had previously reported a left-tracking tendency. Post-accident examination found no mechanical anomalies.
Incident Summary
A pilot landed an airplane on runway 11. During the landing roll, directional control was lost and the airplane ground looped. The incident occurred under unknown conditions of date, time, and location beyond the runway designation.
Pilot's Report
The pilot stated that he had experienced a tendency for the airplane to track to the left on rollout in the past and had mentioned this issue to a mechanic. No further details about the mechanic's response or any corrective actions were provided.
Weather and Examination
A wind recording taken at the airport 10 minutes after the incident indicated winds from 120 degrees at 9 knots. An examination of the airplane after the incident failed to reveal any mechanical anomalies that might have contributed to a left turning tendency. The absence of mechanical issues suggests the left-tracking tendency reported by the pilot could not be attributed to any identified defect.