No fatalities
9 Oct 2021: LUSCOMBE 8A — METCALFE ROBERT — Winchester, VA
On 9 Oct 2021, a LUSCOMBE 8A operated by METCALFE ROBERT was involved in an aviation accident near Winchester, VA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot’s misapplication of brakes during the landing roll which resulted in a nose-over event and substantial damage to the airplane. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
Probable cause
The pilot’s misapplication of brakes during the landing roll which resulted in a nose-over event and substantial damage to the airplane.
— NTSB Determination
Contributing factors
Incorrect use/operationPilot