On August 23, 2004, a Cessna 170B (registration N8238A) operated by Terrence Moore was involved in an aviation accident near Anchorage, AK. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll due to the restricted movement of the rudder pedals from his headset cord, which resulted in the airplane exiting the runway and nosing down. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A private pilot reported that during the landing roll, the airplane veered left off the runway without apparent cause, nosed down, and stopped. The pilot later told police he could not use the rudder pedals because his headset cord was wrapped around them.
Incident Overview
A private pilot reported that during the landing roll, the airplane suddenly exited the runway to the left for no apparent reason. According to the pilot, once off the runway, the airplane nosed down and came to a stop. The pilot stated there were no known mechanical anomalies with the airplane prior to the accident.
Damage
The airplane sustained structural damage to the left wing, landing gear attachments, and fuselage.
Pilot's Statement to Police
An airport police officer who interviewed the pilot at the accident site reported that the pilot told him he was unable to use the rudder pedals because his headset cord was wrapped around them.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 23 Aug 2004 Cessna 170B accident near Anchorage, AK?
A private pilot reported that during the landing roll, the airplane veered left off the runway without apparent cause, nosed down, and stopped. The pilot later told police he could not use the rudder pedals because his headset cord was wrapped around them.
Were there any fatalities in the 23 Aug 2004 Cessna 170B accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 23 Aug 2004 involved a Cessna 170B, registration N8238A, operated by Terrence Moore, at Anchorage, AK.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll due to the restricted movement of the rudder pedals from his headset cord, which resulted in the airplane exiting the runway and nosing down.
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