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October 10, 1993 · Stinson 108 · NC409

Mesa, AZ

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
October 10, 1993
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Mesa, AZ
Aircraft
Stinson 108
Tail Number
NC409
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
LAX94LA008

The pilot reported that just after touchdown the aircraft 'immediately darted to the left.' The pilot was unsuccessful in regaining directional control and the aircraft ground looped off the right side of the runway. As the aircraft entered the dirt area next to the runway pavement, the aircraft nosed over onto its back. An FAA airworthiness inspector examined the aircraft and reported that one of the three bolts which secures the left wheel halves together had backed out of its associated lock nut. The protruding bolt head contacted the brake caliper and subsequently locked the wheel. An examination of the maintenance records revealed that the wheel halves were last split about two years prior to the accident when a new tire was installed.

NTSB Probable Cause

a loose wheel half bolt, due to the inadequate maintenance inspection of the aircraft.

Full Narrative

On October 9, 1993, at 1719 mountain standard time, a Stinson 108, NC409, nosed over during landing roll out at Falcon Field, Mesa, Arizona. The aircraft was owned and operated by the pilot and was on a personal cross country flight. Visual meteorological conditions prevailed at the time and no flight plan was filed for the operation. The aircraft sustained substantial damage. The certificated private pilot and his one passenger were not injured. The flight originated at Marana, Arizona, on the day of the mishap about 1500 hours and had made an enroute fuel stop at Chandler, Arizona. In his written statement, the pilot reported that just after touchdown the aircraft "immediately darted to the left." The pilot was unsuccessful in regaining directional control and the aircraft ground looped off the right side of the runway. As the aircraft entered the dirt area next to the runway pavement, the aircraft nosed over onto its back. An FAA airworthiness inspector examined the aircraft and reported that one of the three bolts which secures the left wheel halves together had backed out of its associated lock nut. The protruding bolt head contacted the brake caliper and subsequently locked the wheel. An examination of the maintenance records revealed that the wheel halves were last split about two years prior to the accident when a new tire was installed.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time17:19 MST
Nearest AirportFalcon Field (0nm)
Runway22L
Runway Length5100 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftStinson 108
Tail NumberNC409
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsFranklin · 6A4-150-B3 · Reciprocating · 150
Seats4

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 53 · Third Class

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind260°
Visibility50 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point0 C / 0 C
Altimeter29.00 inHg
Observation Time00:19
Weather SourceWFAC

Appendix: Source Data