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Tailwheel Bi-Plane Nose Over During Landing Roll

Rosamond, CA, United States

On November 19, 2017, a BOEING A75N1(PT17) UNDESIGNAT was involved in an aviation accident near Rosamond, CA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

SourcesNTSBPrimary reportUpdated 2026-08-03Data APIEditorial standards

A tailwheel bi-plane experienced directional control issues during landing, veering off the runway and nosing over, resulting in substantial damage to the rudder. The pilot reported no mechanical malfunctions.

Accident Description

During the landing roll of a tailwheel-equipped, high performance bi-plane, the pilot applied the brakes to decelerate for a full stop landing. Upon brake application, the bi-plane swerved to the left. The pilot corrected by releasing the brakes and applying right rudder.

The bi-plane then veered to the left again. Application of full right rudder and brake did not correct the swerve, and the bi-plane exited the left side of the runway. Subsequently, the aircraft nosed over.

Damage

The bi-plane sustained substantial damage to the rudder.

Pilot Report

The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the bi-plane that would have precluded normal operation.

Contributing factors

Directional control — Not attained/maintainedPilot

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