Cubcrafter CC11-100
Gilbert, SC — August 1, 2008
Event Information
| Date | August 1, 2008 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | MIA08CA155 |
| Event ID | 20081003X42120 |
| Location | Gilbert, SC |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 33.72528, -81.92445 |
| Airport | Private Strip |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | Cubcrafter |
| Model | CC11-100 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 1 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's improper use of brakes during landing roll resulting in a nose-over.
Full Narrative
The pilot stated that after landing the tail started to go right of centerline. He applied right rudder with little to no effect. He then applied brakes, but applied them too hard and the tail came off the ground and the airplane nosed over inverted. The pilot reported no mechanical problems with the airplane.
About This NTSB Record
This aviation event was investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). NTSB investigates all U.S. civil aviation accidents to determine probable cause and issue safety recommendations to prevent future accidents.