What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2002-04-04 involved a Grumman G-164A, registration N8916H, at Wynne, AR.

Tailwheel Airplane Noses Over During Agricultural Training Landing (N8916H)

On April 4, 2002, a Grumman G-164A (registration N8916H) was involved in an aviation accident near Wynne, AR. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Excessive braking action during landing roll. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

A commercial pilot receiving dual instruction for agricultural operations experienced a nose-over during landing on runway 34 when excessive braking occurred. Winds at the airport were from 040 degrees at 10-12 knots.

Incident Overview

A commercial pilot, receiving dual instruction for agricultural operations, was landing a tailwheel-equipped airplane on runway 34 at an airport. The runway measured 4,000 feet in length and 50 feet in width.

Sequence of Events

During the landing roll, the airplane nosed over. According to the source, the nose-over occurred when "excessive braking action took place."

Weather Conditions

Winds at the airport were reported from 040 degrees at 10 to 12 knots. A weather observation station located approximately 34 nautical miles north of the accident site reported wind from 050 degrees at 11 knots, gusting to 18 knots.

Investigation

The incident was documented as part of routine reporting. No further details regarding the aircraft, injuries, or other factors were provided in the source.

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Probable cause

Excessive braking action during landing roll

2002-04-04: Grumman G-164A (N8916H) — Wynne, AR