WACO YKS-7
Rialto, CA — April 26, 2013
Event Information
| Date | April 26, 2013 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | WPR13CA207 |
| Event ID | 20130426X52859 |
| Location | Rialto, CA |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 34.12889, -117.40139 |
| Airport | Rialto Municipal |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | WACO |
| Model | YKS-7 |
| 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 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control and his improper brake usage during the landing roll in a crosswind condition.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that during the landing roll he applied excessive braking action to correct for the airplane swerving due to the crosswind condition. The airplane subsequently nosed over substantially damaging the wings, vertical stabilizer, and rudder. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airframe or engine that would have precluded normal operation.
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.