On 5 Sep 2019, a Pietenpol PIETENPOL AIRCAMPER No Series was involved in an aviation accident near Glendo, WY. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's application of too much brake during the landing roll, causing the airplane to nose over and impact terrain. This summary draws on records from NTSB.
A tailwheel airplane nosed over during landing roll after the pilot applied too much brake, resulting in substantial damage to both forward lift struts. No preaccident mechanical failures were reported.
Event Summary
During the landing roll, the pilot of a tailwheel-equipped airplane applied excessive brake pressure. This action caused the airplane to nosed over and impact the terrain. The pilot reported the incident and noted that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions that would have prevented normal operation.
Damage
The airplane sustained substantial damage to both the forward right and left lift struts as a result of the nose-over and terrain impact. No other damage was specified in the report.
Pilot Report
The pilot stated that the incident occurred during the landing roll when he applied "too much brake." He confirmed that the airplane had been operating normally prior to the event and that no mechanical issues were present.
Probable cause
The pilot's application of too much brake during the landing roll, causing the airplane to nose over and impact terrain.