Aircraft: Silvaire Luscombe 8F. Injuries: None. Location: Tok, Alaska. Aircraft damage: Substantial.
What reportedly happened: The pilot was attempting to land. He told investigators that the airplane had recently been modified with hydraulic brakes, but there were no pre-accident mechanical anomalies with the airplane.
The pilot said he inadvertently applied excessive pressure to the brakes, which resulted in a nose-over.
Probable cause: The pilot’s inadvertent and excessive application of brake pressure during landing, which resulted in a nose over.
NTSB Identification: ANC12CA044
This May 2012 accident report is provided by the National Transportation Safety Board. Published as an educational tool, it is intended to help pilots learn from the misfortunes of others.
