LUSCOMBE 8A

Fresno, CA — November 12, 2025

Event Information

DateNovember 12, 2025
Event TypeACC
NTSB NumberWPR26LA044
Event ID20251113202004
LocationFresno, CA
CountryUSA
Coordinates36.77629, -119.71955
AirportFRESNO YOSEMITE INTL
Highest InjuryNONE

Aircraft

MakeLUSCOMBE
Model8A
CategoryAIR
FAR Part091
Aircraft DamageSUBS

Conditions

Light ConditionDAYL
WeatherVMC

Injuries

Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
None1
Total Injured0

Event Location

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.

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.

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