5 May 2025: PIPER PA28 180 — South Saint Paul, MN

No fatalitiesSouth Saint Paul, MN, United States

Probable cause

The student pilot’s inadvertent brake application during the touchdown, that resulted in abnormal runway contact and a loss of directional control. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor’s inadequate supervision of the student pilot during the landing.

— NTSB Determination

Contributing factors

Student/instructed pilotDirectional control — Not attained/maintainedIncorrect use/operationInstructor/check pilot