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Aircraft Departs Runway During Landing, Strikes Parked Airplane (N739NW)

Romeo, MI, US

On June 27, 2003, a Cessna 172N (registration N739NW) was involved in an aviation accident near Romeo, MI. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot not maintaining directional control during landing. A factor to the accident was the parked airplane. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 1 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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

An aircraft departed the runway during landing after the pilot reported a right brake lockup. The airplane veered onto grass and a ramp, impacting a parked aircraft's tail. Post-accident inspection found no anomalies with the brake components.

Accident Sequence

The aircraft experienced a runway excursion during landing on runway 27, a 2,092-foot by 50-foot asphalt surface. According to the pilot, the "right brake and wheel locked up" during the landing roll. The airplane subsequently departed the right side of the runway, rolled through a grass apron, and continued onto a paved ramp. While on the ramp, the right wingtip struck the tail of a parked aircraft.

Post-Accident Inspection

An airframe and powerplant (A&P) mechanic examined the right tire, rotor, brake caliper, and brake pad. The inspection revealed no anomalies; all components were found to be in a serviceable condition. The mechanic further reported that the owner of the maintenance facility taxied the airplane after the accident without any difficulties.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 27 Jun 2003 Cessna 172N accident near Romeo, MI?

An aircraft departed the runway during landing after the pilot reported a right brake lockup. The airplane veered onto grass and a ramp, impacting a parked aircraft's tail. Post-accident inspection found no anomalies with the brake components.

Were there any fatalities in the 27 Jun 2003 Cessna 172N accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 27 Jun 2003 involved a Cessna 172N, registration N739NW, at Romeo, MI.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot not maintaining directional control during landing. A factor to the accident was the parked airplane.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20030827X01420. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.