Accident Overview
On 8 December 1963, the Piper J3C aircraft registered as HB-OUO was involved in an accident on a military airfield. The aircraft was occupied by a flight instructor and a student pilot.
Circumstances
The accident occurred during the rollout phase following a landing. The student pilot applied excessive braking, causing the aircraft to nose over onto its nose. The exact time of day and weather conditions at the time of the accident are not specified in the source.
Damage and Injuries
The aircraft suffered substantial damage. There were no personal injuries to the occupants. Minor third-party damage was also reported.
Probable Cause
The student pilot braked too hard during the landing rollout, leading to the aircraft nosing over.