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Luscombe 8A Runway Departure During Touch and Go Landing (N1960B)

Whitefield, NH, US

On May 6, 2007, a Luscombe 8A (registration N1960B) was involved in an aviation accident near Whitefield, NH. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing. A factor in this accident was the crosswind condition. 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 touch and go landings on runway 28, a Luscombe 8A was struck by a wind gust, causing the airplane to weathervane to the right, depart the runway, and strike a ditch. The pilot reported no mechanical problems.

Accident Details

The pilot of a Luscombe 8A was practicing touch and go landings on runway 28, which is 4,001 feet long and 75 feet wide, with an asphalt surface. After touchdown, a wind gust struck the right side of the airplane. The airplane then weathervaned to the right, departed the right side of the runway, and struck a ditch.

Pilot Experience

The pilot reported having 322 hours of total flight experience, which included approximately 124 hours in the accident airplane make and model. The pilot stated that he did not experience any mechanical problems with the airplane during the accident sequence.

Weather Conditions

Winds reported at the airport about 30 minutes after the accident were from 010 degrees at 7 knots, gusting to 14 knots.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 6 May 2007 Luscombe 8A accident near Whitefield, NH?

During touch and go landings on runway 28, a Luscombe 8A was struck by a wind gust, causing the airplane to weathervane to the right, depart the runway, and strike a ditch. The pilot reported no mechanical problems.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 6 May 2007 involved a Luscombe 8A, registration N1960B, at Whitefield, NH.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing. A factor in this accident was the crosswind condition.

More accident analyses

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20070620X00765. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.