On October 12, 2004, a Bellanca 7GCBC (registration N50338) was involved in an aviation accident near Winslow, AZ. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing rollout that resulted in a ground loop. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During landing rollout, the airplane experienced a ground loop after the left wing dropped hard. The pilot had encountered turbulence on final approach but landed normally.
Incident Overview
The airplane experienced a ground loop during the landing rollout. The pilot reported no mechanical problems with the airplane or engine.
Approach and Landing
On final approach to the destination airport, the pilot encountered turbulence that rolled the airplane 30 degrees to the right. He made the appropriate correction and landed normally.
Ground Loop Event
During the landing roll, the left wing lifted up again. The pilot corrected with left aileron input. Subsequently, the left wing dropped hard, causing the airplane to rotate counterclockwise and ground loop.
Environmental Conditions
The pilot reported winds from the north at 7 knots.