No fatalities
12 Nov 2025: LUSCOMBE 8A — Fresno, CA
On 12 Nov 2025, a LUSCOMBE 8A was involved in an aviation accident near Fresno, CA. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's improper application of left brake pedal during the landing roll, which resulted in a loss of directional control and a ground loop. 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 improper application of left brake pedal during the landing roll, which resulted in a loss of directional control and a ground loop.
— NTSB Determination
Contributing factors
PilotIncorrect use/operation