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Private Pilot Loses Control During Landing Roll (N1774C)

Springdale, AR, US

On December 3, 1998, a Cessna 180 (registration N1774C) was involved in an aviation accident near Springdale, AR. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing resulting in a ground loop. A factor was the pilot's improper landing flare. 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

A private pilot lost directional control of a tailwheel airplane during landing on Runway 18, resulting in a ground loop, wing strike, and nose-over.

Accident Summary

A private pilot lost control of a tailwheel-equipped airplane during the landing roll on Runway 18. According to tower personnel, the aircraft ground looped after the pilot lost directional control following a bounce. The airplane came to rest inverted on the east side of the runway.

Pilot Report

The pilot stated that the airplane bounced on touchdown. After it settled back onto the runway, the airplane began a sharp left turn toward the edge of the runway. Subsequently, the right wing struck the ground, and the airplane nosed over.

Weather Conditions

At the time of the accident, the wind was reported from 190 degrees at 10 knots.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 3 Dec 1998 Cessna 180 accident near Springdale, AR?

A private pilot lost directional control of a tailwheel airplane during landing on Runway 18, resulting in a ground loop, wing strike, and nose-over.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 3 Dec 1998 involved a Cessna 180, registration N1774C, at Springdale, AR.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing resulting in a ground loop. A factor was the pilot's improper landing flare.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001211X11559. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.