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Pilot Reports Loss of Directional Control During Landing Rollout (N239NA)

Cullman, AL, US

On August 26, 2000, a Piper PA-18-105 (registration N239NA) was involved in an aviation accident near Cullman, AL. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the aircraft during the landing rollout, which resulted in a ground swerve, and the aircraft exiting the runway and incurring substantial damage when it collided with a dirt bank. 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

A pilot reported that during landing rollout, the airplane veered left and right despite rudder input; a go-around attempt led to a collision with a dirt bank.

Accident Details

The pilot of a single-engine airplane stated that during the landing rollout, she applied left rudder, but the airplane veered to the left and then to the right again. She then applied full power in an attempt to perform a go-around, but the airplane veered even more, exited the runway, entered a ditch, and collided with a dirt bank at full power.

Pilot Statement

The pilot reported that prior to the accident, there had been no mechanical malfunction or failure of the aircraft or any of its systems.

Investigation

The investigation is ongoing. No further information has been released regarding the aircraft type, registration, operator, location, date, or occupants.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 26 Aug 2000 Piper PA-18-105 accident near Cullman, AL?

A pilot reported that during landing rollout, the airplane veered left and right despite rudder input; a go-around attempt led to a collision with a dirt bank.

Were there any fatalities in the 26 Aug 2000 Piper PA-18-105 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 26 Aug 2000 involved a Piper PA-18-105, registration N239NA, at Cullman, AL.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the aircraft during the landing rollout, which resulted in a ground swerve, and the aircraft exiting the runway and incurring substantial damage when it collided with a dirt bank.

More accident analyses

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X21809. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.