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Airplane Noses Over During Landing Roll; Instructor Unaware of Student's Brake Input (N9907V)

Bozeman, MT, US

On March 4, 2000, a Cessna 180H (registration N9907V) was involved in an aviation accident near Bozeman, MT. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Aircraft control was not maintained. Inadequate remedial action was a factor. 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 the landing roll, the airplane veered right. The flight instructor tapped brakes, then applied harder; the tail came up and the airplane nosed over. The instructor reported he did not realize the student pilot was also on the brakes. No mechanical failure was reported.

Event Description

During the landing roll, the student pilot was at the controls. The airplane began to veer to the right. The flight instructor tapped the brakes to correct the veer to the left. The airplane continued to the right, prompting the instructor to apply the brakes more firmly. Subsequently, the tail of the aircraft rose and the airplane nosed over.

Instructor's Account

The flight instructor reported that he had not realized the student pilot was simultaneously applying the brakes. This lack of awareness contributed to the dual brake application.

Mechanical Status

No mechanical failure or malfunction was reported.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 4 Mar 2000 Cessna 180H accident near Bozeman, MT?

During the landing roll, the airplane veered right. The flight instructor tapped brakes, then applied harder; the tail came up and the airplane nosed over. The instructor reported he did not realize the student pilot was also on the brakes. No mechanical failure was reported.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 4 Mar 2000 involved a Cessna 180H, registration N9907V, at Bozeman, MT.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Aircraft control was not maintained. Inadequate remedial action was a factor.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X20734. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.