2000-06-25: Cessna A185F — James J. Peot — Marana, AZ

Casualties unknown • Marana, AZ, US

Probable cause

the pilot's excessive use of wheel brakes during the landing roll resulting in the airplane's nosing over.

— NTSB Determination

Accident narrative

The pilot stated to the Safety Board investigator on the evening of the accident that he was landing, and during rollout, he applied an excessive amount of braking, resulting in the airplane's nosing over. At the pilot's last documented third-class flight physical he reported a total flight time of 15 hours. He also stated that there were no airplane or weather issues.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2000-06-25 Cessna A185F accident near Marana, AZ?

The pilot stated to the Safety Board investigator on the evening of the accident that he was landing, and during rollout, he applied an excessive amount of braking, resulting in the airplane's nosing over. At the pilot's last documented third-class flight physical he reported a total flight time of 15 hours. He also…

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2000-06-25 involved a Cessna A185F, registration N185DE, operated by James J. Peot, at Marana, AZ.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

the pilot's excessive use of wheel brakes during the landing roll resulting in the airplane's nosing over.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X21279. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.

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