On 12 Oct 2010, a BOEING A75N1(PT17) operated by Kent Thomas was involved in an aviation accident near Palm Springs, CA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing, resulting in a ground loop. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A tailwheel-equipped airplane ground looped during landing on runway 31R, with the left wingtip contacting the runway. Post-accident examination revealed damage to the left aileron and a wing rib.
Accident Details
A pilot landing a tail wheel-equipped airplane on runway 31R reported encountering a crosswind during the landing. The left wingtip touched the runway, and the airplane subsequently ground looped. The pilot did not report any mechanical malfunctions prior to or during the accident.
Damage Assessment
A post-accident examination of the airplane revealed damage to the left aileron and a wing rib. No other damage was specified.
Meteorological Information
Approximately 15 minutes after the accident, the wind was reported from 130 degrees at 4 knots. No further weather details were provided.
Contributing factors
Directional control — Not attained/maintainedPilot