On March 19, 2015, a PIPER PA 12 NO SERIES operated by WATSON JAY C was involved in an aviation accident near Midland, TX. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot applied excessive brake during landing roll in variable wind conditions, resulting in the airplane nosing over. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
During landing in variable wind conditions, a tailwheel-equipped airplane nosed over after the pilot applied excessive brake due to fear of runway excursion. The aircraft sustained substantial damage to its wings, left wing strut, and rudder.
Accident Sequence
The pilot was landing a tailwheel-equipped airplane in variable wind conditions. During the landing roll, fearing a runway excursion, he applied excessive brake. This action caused the airplane to nose over and come to rest inverted.
Damage
The airplane sustained substantial damage to its wings, left wing strut, and rudder. The extent of damage to other components was not reported.
Pilot Report
The pilot reported that there were no pre-impact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. No further details regarding the pilot's condition or other factors were provided.
Probable cause
The pilot applied excessive brake during landing roll in variable wind conditions, resulting in the airplane nosing over.
Contributing factors
Causes
PilotSurface speed/braking — Not attained/maintainedIncorrect use/operation
What happened in the 19 Mar 2015 PIPER PA 12 NO SERIES accident near Midland, TX?
During landing in variable wind conditions, a tailwheel-equipped airplane nosed over after the pilot applied excessive brake due to fear of runway excursion. The aircraft sustained substantial damage to its wings, left wing strut, and rudder.
Were there any fatalities in the 19 Mar 2015 PIPER PA 12 NO SERIES accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 19 Mar 2015 involved a PIPER PA 12 NO SERIES, operated by WATSON JAY C, at Midland, TX.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot applied excessive brake during landing roll in variable wind conditions, resulting in the airplane nosing over.
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