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Tailwheel Airplane Noses Over During Landing Roll

Livermore Falls, ME, United States

On August 27, 2016, a CESSNA 195 UNDESIGNAT was involved in an aviation accident near Livermore Falls, ME. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing roll out. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A private pilot reported that his tailwheel airplane nosed over during landing roll after he applied brakes aggressively when the airplane veered left. Substantial damage occurred.

Event Details

A private pilot was landing a tailwheel-equipped airplane in calm wind conditions. During the landing roll, the airplane began to veer left. In an attempt to return to the runway centerline, the tail of the airplane started to rise. The pilot stated that he "got too aggressive" with the brakes, causing the airplane to nose over onto its back.

Aircraft Damage

The nose-over resulted in substantial damage to the vertical stabilizer, left wing tip, and fuselage.

Pilot Statement

The pilot reported that there were no mechanical issues with the airplane or engine that would have contributed to the accident.

Contributing factors

Directional control — Not attained/maintainedPilot

Related events

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 27 Aug 2016 CESSNA 195 UNDESIGNAT accident near Livermore Falls, ME?

A private pilot reported that his tailwheel airplane nosed over during landing roll after he applied brakes aggressively when the airplane veered left. Substantial damage occurred.

Were there any fatalities in the 27 Aug 2016 CESSNA 195 UNDESIGNAT accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 27 Aug 2016 involved a CESSNA 195 UNDESIGNAT, at Livermore Falls, ME.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing roll out.

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