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Touch-and-Go Landing Results in Ground Loop and Gear Collapse (N304C)

Odessa, TX, US

On March 23, 2001, an Aviat A-1B HUSKY (registration N304C) was involved in an aviation accident near Odessa, TX. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's overcorrection on the rudder controls during the landing roll, which resulted in a loss of directional control and a subsequent ground loop. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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During a practice touch-and-go maneuver, excessive rudder input caused the aircraft to exit the runway, ground loop, and suffer left wing and gear damage.

What happened

The pilot was conducting practice touch-and-go landings when the incident occurred during the rollout of the second landing. While controlling the aircraft on the ground, the pilot overcompensated with the rudder controls. This excessive input caused the airplane to depart the runway surface to the right side.

As the aircraft left the paved area, it began to ground loop. During this uncontrolled rotation, the left wing struck the ground. The impact forces subsequently caused the left main landing gear to collapse. The airplane eventually came to a stop in an upright position.

Probable cause

The pilot's overcorrection on the rudder controls during the landing roll, which resulted in a loss of directional control and a subsequent ground loop.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 23 Mar 2001 Aviat A-1B HUSKY accident near Odessa, TX?

During a practice touch-and-go maneuver, excessive rudder input caused the aircraft to exit the runway, ground loop, and suffer left wing and gear damage.

Were there any fatalities in the 23 Mar 2001 Aviat A-1B HUSKY accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 23 Mar 2001 involved an Aviat A-1B HUSKY, registration N304C, at Odessa, TX.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's overcorrection on the rudder controls during the landing roll, which resulted in a loss of directional control and a subsequent ground loop.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20010330X00686. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.