On August 23, 2003, a Cessna 188B (registration N5647G) operated by David Lemay was involved in an aviation accident near Monette, AR. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Failure of the right brake and the pilot's inability to maintain directional control. A factor associated with the accident was the ditch. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
An airplane sustained substantial damage after veering off the runway during takeoff due to a right brake failure, ultimately impacting a drainage ditch. Inspection revealed a hole in the brake line.
Accident Overview
During the takeoff roll, the airplane experienced a loss of directional control. According to the pilot, the right brake failed, causing the airplane to veer left of the runway. The pilot reduced engine power to idle, allowing the tail of the airplane to lower. The airplane then crossed several rows of cotton before impacting a drainage ditch. The accident resulted in substantial damage to the airplane.
Examination
Inspection of the airplane following the accident revealed a hole in the right brake line. This hole allowed brake fluid to leak out of the system, which was consistent with the pilot's report of brake failure. No other anomalies were noted during the examination.
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