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NTSB investigation record

BFO92LA147

Completed

Luscombe 8E· N1216B

NTSB Report
Date
September 13, 1992
Location
Rochester, MA
Conditions
VMC
Record
Published June 30, 1993

Primary finding

Probable cause

The pilot's abrupt application of the brakes which resulted in the airplane nosing over.

Investigator assessment

Analysis narrative

The pilot was landing on the 1400 foot grass strip with 50 foot trees at both ends. According to the pilot, she landed long and fast. The airplane nosed over when she applied the brakes. The pilot stated that there was no mechanical malfunction.

Source record

Factual narrative

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