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Airplane Ground Loops During Landing, Substantially Damaged (N7855)

North Platte, NE, US

On May 20, 2003, a Grumman G-164A (registration N7855) was involved in an aviation accident near North Platte, NE. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control and the collapse of the main landing gear. A factor to the accident was the quartering tailwind. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

A pilot reported severe pulling to the right during landing; a mechanic found no brake discrepancies. On a subsequent landing, the airplane pulled sharply right, ran off the runway, and ground looped, collapsing the main landing gear.

Accident Details

During the landing roll, the airplane experienced a sharp pull to the right. The pilot reported being unable to correct the deviation, and the airplane subsequently ran off the runway and ground looped. The main landing gear collapsed during the accident sequence. The airplane sustained substantial damage.

Pilot Report

The pilot stated that at the last point of departure, the airplane had exhibited a "severe pulling" to the right during landing. In response, the pilot requested a mechanic to inspect the brakes. The mechanic reported finding no discrepancies, and the pilot continued the flight.

Examination Findings

An examination of the brake system and tail wheel assembly following the accident revealed no anomalies or malfunctions. No mechanical issues were identified that could have caused the pulling behavior.

Wind Conditions

The wind was reported at 6 knots, with a direction 120 degrees to the right of the runway heading. The crosswind component was consistent with the observed wind conditions.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 20 May 2003 Grumman G-164A accident near North Platte, NE?

A pilot reported severe pulling to the right during landing; a mechanic found no brake discrepancies. On a subsequent landing, the airplane pulled sharply right, ran off the runway, and ground looped, collapsing the main landing gear.

Were there any fatalities in the 20 May 2003 Grumman G-164A accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 20 May 2003 involved a Grumman G-164A, registration N7855, at North Platte, NE.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control and the collapse of the main landing gear. A factor to the accident was the quartering tailwind.

More accident analyses

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20030523X00722. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.