Casualties unknown

Piper PA-18 Experiences Right Veer During Landing, Strikes Fence (N1277A)

Newberg, OR, US

On August 19, 2002, a Piper PA-18 (registration N1277A) was involved in an aviation accident near Newberg, OR. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: A warped right brake disc resulting in a veer to the right during the landing roll, and the aircraft's subsequent collision with a fence. A contributing factor was the fence. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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A Piper PA-18 veered right during landing on runway 25 in calm wind, departed the runway, and struck a fence. Left rudder was ineffective. Post-accident inspection found a warped right brake disc.

Incident Description

A Piper PA-18, equipped with a tail-wheel, was performing a landing on runway 25. Wind conditions were reported as calm. During the landing roll, the aircraft began to veer to the right. The pilot and an accompanying instructor both applied left rudder in an attempt to correct the veer, but the aircraft did not respond. The Piper PA-18 subsequently departed the runway and collided with a fence.

Pilot Reports

Both the pilot and the instructor reported that the application of left rudder was unsuccessful in controlling the aircraft's direction. No other control inputs or corrective actions were mentioned in the report.

Examination Findings

Following the accident, an examination of the aircraft's brake system was conducted. The inspection revealed that the right main gear brake disc was warped. No other mechanical anomalies were described in the source.

No information was provided regarding injuries, the extent of damage to the aircraft or fence, or any other circumstances surrounding the event.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20020904X01516. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.