Casualties unknown

2000-06-23: Cessna 170B (N2514D) — Marnie L. Starck — Wasilla, AK

Wasilla, AK, US

On June 23, 2000, a Cessna 170B (registration N2514D) operated by Marnie L. Starck was involved in an aviation accident near Wasilla, AK. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing. A factor associated with the accident is the pilot's excessive use of the brakes. 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 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

During a touch and go landing practice, the pilot lost directional control, causing the aircraft to veer right and nose down after brake application, resulting in a runway excursion.

Accident Overview

According to an FAA inspector who arrived at the accident site within a few minutes of the event, the pilot reported she was practicing touch and go landings. On the sixth landing, she lost directional control of the airplane. The airplane veered to the right, prompting the pilot to apply the brakes.

Sequence of Events

The pilot stated that upon application of the brakes, the airplane nosed down. Subsequently, the right wing struck the ground, and the airplane continued off the right side of the runway.

Investigation

The FAA inspector documented the pilot's account. No additional details regarding aircraft type, registration, or injuries were provided in the source.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X21147. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.