On July 22, 2000, a Cessna 180H (registration N2780X) was involved in an aviation accident near Hailey, ID. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Failure to adequately compensate for wind conditions. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A private pilot reported that the right brake of a tailwheel airplane locked up during landing roll, leading to a ground loop. Post-accident inspection found no brake failure.
Incident Overview
A private pilot was landing a tailwheel-equipped airplane on a dry paved runway. According to the pilot, shortly after touchdown during the landing roll, the airplane's right brake locked up, causing the aircraft to subsequently ground loop.
Post-Accident Inspection
Following the accident, a certified mechanic conducted a functional check of the aircraft's brakes. The mechanic reported that the brakes functioned properly and that there was no evidence of a brake failure.
Meteorological Conditions
At 1155 Mountain Daylight Time, the wind at Hailey was reported as 200 degrees true at 12 knots.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 22 Jul 2000 Cessna 180H accident near Hailey, ID?
A private pilot reported that the right brake of a tailwheel airplane locked up during landing roll, leading to a ground loop. Post-accident inspection found no brake failure.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 22 Jul 2000 involved a Cessna 180H, registration N2780X, at Hailey, ID.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
Failure to adequately compensate for wind conditions.
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