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Biplane Veers During Landing Rollout and Noses Over (N56760)

Imperial, CA, US

On March 7, 2000, a Stearman A-75 (registration N56760) was involved in an aviation accident near Imperial, CA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The failure of the pilot-in-command to maintain directional control of the aircraft during landing roll. 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 rollout on runway 14, a biplane veered left, then right after pilot correction, exited the 100-foot-wide runway into sand, and nosed over. Winds were from 170° at 13 knots. The pilot reported no mechanical issues.

Accident Details

During the landing rollout on runway 14, a biplane experienced directional control issues. The aircraft first veered to the left. When the pilot applied a correction toward the center of the runway, the biplane then veered to the right. As the aircraft departed the 100-foot-wide runway surface, the lower left wing contacted the runway. The biplane subsequently entered sand and nosed over.

Pilot Report

The pilot, who was operating the aircraft from the rear cockpit, reported that there were no mechanical discrepancies with the biplane.

Weather Conditions

The surface winds at the time were from 170 degrees at 13 knots.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 7 Mar 2000 Stearman A-75 accident near Imperial, CA?

During landing rollout on runway 14, a biplane veered left, then right after pilot correction, exited the 100-foot-wide runway into sand, and nosed over. Winds were from 170° at 13 knots. The pilot reported no mechanical issues.

Were there any fatalities in the 7 Mar 2000 Stearman A-75 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 7 Mar 2000 involved a Stearman A-75, registration N56760, at Imperial, CA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The failure of the pilot-in-command to maintain directional control of the aircraft during landing roll.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X20670. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.