On September 3, 2006, a Luscombe 8A (registration N28403) was involved in an aviation accident near Elwell, MI. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The airplane nosed over as a result of the pilot's excessive braking after he failed to attain the proper touchdown point and failed to perform a go-around. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A single-engine airplane nosed over while landing on a grass airstrip after touching down beyond the halfway point of the runway. The pilot reported being high on final approach and attempting a slip to lose altitude.
Accident Overview
A single-engine airplane nosed over during landing on a grass airstrip. The pilot reported that the airplane was high on final approach and that he performed a slip to lose altitude. The airplane touched down beyond the halfway point of the 2,580-foot by 100-foot runway. The pilot applied brakes to stop, at which point the airplane nosed over.
Pilot Actions
The pilot stated that he should have executed a go-around instead of continuing the landing. No other details regarding the flight or any injuries were provided in the source.
Conclusion
The information available is limited to the pilot's account of the event. No official probable cause was assigned in the source.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in the 3 Sept 2006 Luscombe 8A accident near Elwell, MI?
A single-engine airplane nosed over while landing on a grass airstrip after touching down beyond the halfway point of the runway. The pilot reported being high on final approach and attempting a slip to lose altitude.
Were there any fatalities in the 3 Sept 2006 Luscombe 8A accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 3 Sept 2006 involved a Luscombe 8A, registration N28403, at Elwell, MI.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The airplane nosed over as a result of the pilot's excessive braking after he failed to attain the proper touchdown point and failed to perform a go-around.
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