Accident Overview
The pilot of a Piper PA-30 was landing on runway 20L, a 6,001-foot-long, 100-foot-wide concrete runway. During the landing rollout, the pilot reported that when he applied brakes, the right brake "grabbed," causing the airplane to immediately veer to the right. The aircraft continued off the right side of the runway, across a taxiway, and subsequently entered a ditch.
Damage
The airplane sustained damage to the nose, landing gear, right wing, and both propellers.
Examination
A postaccident examination by a Federal Aviation Administration inspector did not reveal any preimpact malfunctions. Additionally, no flat spots or unusual wear patterns were observed on the right main landing gear tire.
Weather Conditions
Winds reported at the airport around the time of the accident were from 230 degrees at 12 knots.