2002-06-19: Cessna 180 — Jimmy R. Westbrook

2002-06-19: Cessna 180 — Jimmy R. Westbrook — Jacksonville, FL

Casualties unknown • Jacksonville, FL, US

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control on landing rollout resulting in an inadvertent ground loop. A factor related to the accident was the certified flight instructors inadequate supervision of the training flight.

— NTSB Determination

Accident narrative

The pilot was conducting a wheel landing to a full stop with a certified flight instructor (CFI) in the right front seat evaluating his performance. Upon touchdown, as the tail wheel started to come down, the airplane veered to the left. The CFI got on the controls with the rated pilot. Both pilots applied right rudder. The CFI stated that it felt like the right brake had locked. The airplane continued to the left. The left wheel went off the runway and the airplane nosed over. Examination of the left and right brake assembly revealed no anomalies.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 2002-06-19 Cessna 180 accident near Jacksonville, FL?

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 2002-06-19 involved a Cessna 180, registration N9150C, operated by Jimmy R. Westbrook, at Jacksonville, FL.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control on landing rollout resulting in an inadvertent ground loop. A factor related to the accident was the certified flight instructors inadequate supervision of the training flight.

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