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Landing Accident Following Brake Failure and Tailwind (N49KB)

Carthage, NC, US

On July 17, 2005, a Beech 35 (registration N49KB) was involved in an aviation accident near Carthage, NC. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's excessive braking resulting in a loss of control and subsequent impact with gully. A related factor was the tailwind. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 8 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

A pilot reported that during landing roll, a tailwind shift led to hard braking, then right brake failure. The aircraft veered left, slid into a gully, and sustained substantial damage.

Incident Overview

During the landing roll, the pilot experienced a wind shift to a tailwind condition. In response, he applied the brakes with more force than usual. Shortly thereafter, the right brake failed, causing the aircraft to swing around and veer off the left side of the runway. The aircraft slid approximately 100 feet before coming to rest in a deep gully lined with heavy wooded brush.

Aircraft Examination

Post-accident examination of the aircraft revealed structural damage: the right wing was crumpled upward, both the right main landing gear and the nose gear had collapsed, and the propeller tips were bent outward.

Reporting Timeline

The accident was not reported to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) until November 16, 2005.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 17 Jul 2005 Beech 35 accident near Carthage, NC?

A pilot reported that during landing roll, a tailwind shift led to hard braking, then right brake failure. The aircraft veered left, slid into a gully, and sustained substantial damage.

Were there any fatalities in the 17 Jul 2005 Beech 35 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 17 Jul 2005 involved a Beech 35, registration N49KB, at Carthage, NC.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's excessive braking resulting in a loss of control and subsequent impact with gully. A related factor was the tailwind.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20051129X01901. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.