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Nose-Over During Landing Roll After Tail Rise (N9913C)

Bremerton, WA, US

On September 24, 2003, a Luscombe 8F (registration N9913C) was involved in an aviation accident near Bremerton, WA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Aircraft control was not maintained during the landing roll which resulted in the aircraft nosing over. 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

During landing roll, the pilot relaxed back pressure, causing the tail to rise. After applying left rudder, the aircraft veered left. Braking application led to the nose dropping and the aircraft nosing over. No mechanical issues were found.

Incident Overview

During the landing roll, the pilot reported that he relaxed back pressure on the control stick. This action allowed the tail of the aircraft to rise. As the tail rose, the pilot applied left rudder input. The aircraft subsequently veered to the left. To avoid departing the side of the runway, the pilot applied braking action. The nose then dropped, and the aircraft nosed over.

Post-Accident Inspection

A post-accident inspection of the wheels and brake system revealed no evidence of mechanical failure or malfunction.

Pilot Report

The pilot stated his belief that relaxing back pressure on the control stick permitted the tail to rise, initiating the sequence of events that led to the nose-over.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 24 Sept 2003 Luscombe 8F accident near Bremerton, WA?

During landing roll, the pilot relaxed back pressure, causing the tail to rise. After applying left rudder, the aircraft veered left. Braking application led to the nose dropping and the aircraft nosing over. No mechanical issues were found.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 24 Sept 2003 involved a Luscombe 8F, registration N9913C, at Bremerton, WA.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

Aircraft control was not maintained during the landing roll which resulted in the aircraft nosing over.

More accident analyses

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20030926X01605. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.