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2006-02-12: Globe Swift GC-1A (N80715) — Rancho Murieta, CA

Rancho Murieta, CA, US

On February 12, 2006, a Globe Swift GC-1A (registration N80715) was involved in an aviation accident near Rancho Murieta, CA. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane on the landing roll. 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 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

During landing rollout on runway 22, an airplane veered right off the runway, encountered soft soil, and nosed over. The pilot suspected a brake issue, but an FAA inspection found no evidence of mechanical malfunction or brake lockup.

Event Description

The airplane was executing a landing on runway 22. After touchdown, during the rollout, the aircraft deviated from the runway centerline, veering to the right. It departed the paved surface and entered an area of soft soil. The airplane subsequently nosed over.

Pilot Report

The pilot reported that following touchdown, the right brake seemed to drag and then locked up. This, in the pilot's view, caused the airplane to veer to the right. After leaving the runway, the airplane nosed over in the soft terrain.

Investigation

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) inspectors conducted an examination of the airplane's brake system. Their inspection revealed no indications of a mechanical malfunction or lockup within the braking components. No other anomalies were reported.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20060224X00233. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.