Photo: San Diego Air & Space Museum Archives / Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Probable cause
Overheated brakes due to the extended taxi at a higher power setting in an attempt to burn off fuel to achieve the proper takeoff weight that resulted in a wheel fire during takeoff.
— NTSB Determination
Contributing factors
Incorrect use/operationFlight crew
Related events
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