CESSNA 195
Livermore Falls, ME — August 27, 2016
Event Information
| Date | August 27, 2016 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ERA16CA304 |
| Event ID | 20160830X91803 |
| Location | Livermore Falls, ME |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 44.00000, -70.00000 |
| Airport | BOWMAN FIELD |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | CESSNA |
| Model | 195 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 2 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing roll out.
Full Narrative
The private pilot stated that the tail-wheel equipped airplane started to veer left during the landing roll out in calm wind conditions. In an attempt to bring the airplane back to the runway centerline, the tail of the airplane started to rise off the runway and he "got too aggressive" with the brakes. The airplane nosed-over on to its back, which resulted in substantial damage of the vertical stabilizer, left wing tip, and fuselage. The pilot said there were no mechanical issues with the airplane or engine that would have contributed to the accident.
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.