Casualties unknown

Aircraft Noses Over After Landing, Brakes Found Functional (N7707K)

Hood River, OR, US

On November 3, 2000, a Piper PA-20 (registration N7707K) was involved in an aviation accident near Hood River, OR. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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A pilot reported that after a three-point touchdown, the aircraft veered left, tipped onto its wing, and nosed over. Post-accident inspection found no brake malfunction.

Incident Overview

A pilot reported that during landing, the aircraft touched down in a three-point configuration. Immediately after touchdown, the aircraft veered to the left. The pilot applied right rudder and backpressure on the elevator to correct the deviation.

Sequence of Events

After the initial correction, the aircraft continued to parallel the runway centerline for approximately 60 feet. The airplane then tipped over onto its wing, causing the propeller to contact the runway surface. Subsequently, the aircraft nosed over and came to rest inverted.

Post-Accident Inspection

A mechanic and an inspector from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) conducted a post-accident inspection of the brake system. The inspection did not reveal any evidence of a mechanical malfunction or failure.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 3 Nov 2000 Piper PA-20 accident near Hood River, OR?

A pilot reported that after a three-point touchdown, the aircraft veered left, tipped onto its wing, and nosed over. Post-accident inspection found no brake malfunction.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 3 Nov 2000 involved a Piper PA-20, registration N7707K, at Hood River, OR.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001212X22340. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.