Incident Summary
On 24 April 1999, at approximately 1440 UTC, a Cessna 195A (registration G-BSPK) experienced a ground loop after landing on Runway 28 at Conington Airfield, Peterborough. The aircraft, manufactured in 1951 and powered by a single Jacobs R-755-9 piston engine, was operated on a private flight with two crew members and one passenger on board. No injuries were reported.
Flight Details
The 30-minute local flight concluded with a landing on Runway 28. The pilot had been advised of northwesterly winds at 5 knots prior to landing. The commander, aged 57, held a Basic Commercial Pilot's Licence with a Flying Instructor Rating and had logged 3,700 total flying hours, including 197 hours on the Cessna 195A. In the preceding 90 days, he had flown 13 hours, with 6 hours in the last 28 days.
Landing and Ground Loop
Shortly after touchdown, the aircraft began a ground loop to the right. The pilot was unable to fully control the deviation. As the aircraft turned and departed the runway to the right, the left main wheel entered soft ground. Before coming to a stop, the aircraft momentarily tipped onto its left wingtip and left elevator.
Damage
The outer portion of the left wing sustained substantial damage, while the left elevator experienced minor damage. No other damage to the aircraft was reported.
Investigation
The incident was reported by the pilot on an Aircraft Accident Report Form. The source does not provide a probable cause for the ground loop.