On 27 Aug 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.
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