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Landing Roll Ground Loop Damages Aircraft (N1190K)

EL Paso, TX, US

On January 15, 2007, a Luscombe 8A (registration N1190K) was involved in an aviation accident near EL Paso, TX. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's foot becoming lodged behind the right rudder pedal which resulted in a loss of directional control during landing. 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 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

During landing roll on runway 26R, the pilot's foot became lodged behind the right rudder pedal, leading to loss of directional control and a ground loop. The right main landing gear collapsed and right wing sustained structural damage.

Accident Summary

A ground loop occurred during the landing roll on runway 26R, resulting in structural damage to the aircraft. The right main landing gear collapsed and the right wing sustained structural damage.

Sequence of Events

During the landing roll on runway 26R, the airplane began to drift to the left. The pilot compensated by applying right rudder. While attempting to compensate for the drift, the pilot's foot became lodged behind the right rudder pedal. The pilot subsequently lost directional control, leading to a ground loop.

Weather Conditions

At the time of the accident, wind was from 315 degrees at 7 knots.

Damage

The right main landing gear collapsed under the side load, and the right wing sustained structural damage.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 15 Jan 2007 Luscombe 8A accident near EL Paso, TX?

During landing roll on runway 26R, the pilot's foot became lodged behind the right rudder pedal, leading to loss of directional control and a ground loop. The right main landing gear collapsed and right wing sustained structural damage.

Were there any fatalities in the 15 Jan 2007 Luscombe 8A accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 15 Jan 2007 involved a Luscombe 8A, registration N1190K, at EL Paso, TX.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's foot becoming lodged behind the right rudder pedal which resulted in a loss of directional control during landing.

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Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20070213X00180. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.