On 19 Aug 2016, a PIPER PA 18-150 A150 was involved in an aviation accident near Palmer, AK. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's excessive brake application during the landing roll resulting in a nose over. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A tailwheel-equipped airplane nosed over during landing on a sand bar after the pilot applied excessive braking, resulting in substantial damage to the rudder and vertical stabilizer.
Accident Details
A pilot reported that while landing a tailwheel-equipped airplane on a sand bar, the aircraft nosed over after she applied excessive braking. The pilot stated that she first overflew the intended landing area to check for hazards before executing the approach. After touchdown, during the landing roll, she applied the brakes too firmly, causing the airplane to nose over.
Damage
The sustained substantial damage was limited to the rudder and vertical stabilizer. No other damage was reported.
Mechanical Condition
The pilot reported no mechanical malfunctions or anomalies with any part of the airplane that would have prevented normal flight operations.