Accident Overview
A flight instructor and a student pilot were conducting landing practice in a tailwheel-equipped airplane. The accident occurred during the fifth landing of the session. As the airplane was rolling after touchdown, it began to drift slightly to the right. The student pilot inadvertently applied right rudder, increasing the deviation.
Instructor's Response
To counter the right turn, the flight instructor immediately applied full left rudder and left brake while simultaneously pulling aft on the control yoke. Despite these inputs, the airplane ground looped—a loss of directional control during the landing roll.
Aircraft Damage
During the ground loop, the airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing and left aileron. No other damage was reported.
Accident Details
- Aircraft type: Tailwheel-equipped airplane (specific make and model not provided)
- Phase of flight: Landing roll
- Nature of flight: Instructional (dual flight training)
- Personnel on board: One flight instructor and one student pilot
- Injuries: None reported
- Occurrence location: Not specified
- Time of day: Not specified
- Weather conditions: Not specified
- ATC involvement: Not mentioned
Probable Cause
The investigation did not determine a probable cause for the accident.