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January 16, 2018 · Beech B60 · CFESG

Scottsdale, AZ

Overview

Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
January 16, 2018
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Scottsdale, AZ
Aircraft
Beech B60 (1982)
Tail Number
CFESG
Operator
2190089 Ontario
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA18CA109

The pilot reported that, during the approach, he flew the airplane about 10 knots faster than normal due to other traffic's wake turbulence. He added that, while decelerating during the landing roll, the airplane veered to the left. He applied right rudder but to no avail. The airplane veered off the runway to the left, struck a taxiway sign, and the nose landing gear collapsed. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the pressure vessel. During postaccident examination, the pilot observed that the left tire had blown out. The tire exhibited a flat, bald spot about the width of the tire. The tire fabric threads were visible around a hole in the tire, consistent with a skid. In a followup conversation with the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) investigator- in-charge (IIC), the pilot reported that, during the approach, he verified brake hydraulic pressure. He added that he checked that his heels were on the floor and that he was the sole manipulator of the controls during landing. The airport Operations Manager reported that, during the recovery process, there were no observed fluids around the main landing gear. He added that the airport surveillance video captured the landing sequence, which showed that there was "quite a bit of smoke" from the left tire during touchdown. The airplane's logbooks indicated that the most recent maintenance work was done a month before the accident. The mechanic who worked on the airplane reported that the pilot requested work on the oleo struts but not to the brake system. He added that, during the oleo strut maintenance, the brakes were unbolted and set aside until reassembly. After the oleo strut work was completed, the mechanic ran up the airplane, taxied around, and tested the brake with no observed abnormalities. An NTSB IIC and Federal Aviation Administration inspector examined the wreckage and the NTSB IIC reported that the left brake rotor was normal in color and had minimal wear; the right main landing gear was unremarkable. He added that the brake pedals were actuated, and pressure was heard at both main landing gear brake assemblies. The brake pedal foot pressure was also unremarkable.

NTSB Probable Cause

The pilot’s improper brake application during landing, which resulted in a tire blowout and a loss of directional control.

Full Narrative

The pilot reported that, during approach, he flew the airplane about 10 knots faster than normal due to other traffic's wake turbulence. He added that, while decelerating during the landing roll, the airplane veered to the left. He applied right rudder, but to no avail. The airplane veered off the runway to the left, struck a taxiway sign, and the nose landing gear collapsed. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the pressure vessel. During a postaccident examination, the pilot observed that the left tire had blown out. The tire exhibited a flat, bald spot about the width of the tire. The tire fabric threads were visible around a hole in the tire, consistent with a skid. In a follow up conversation with the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) Investigator- In-Charge (IIC), the pilot reported that, during approach, he verified brake hydraulic pressure. He added that he checked that his heels were on the floor and that he was the sole manipulator of the controls during landing. The airport Operations Manager reported that, during the recovery process there were no observed fluids around the main landing gear. He added that the airport surveillance video captured the landing sequence. He observed, from the video, that there was "quite a bit of smoke" from the left tire during touchdown. The airplane's logbooks indicated that the most recent maintenance work was done a month prior to the accident. The mechanic who worked on the airplane reported that the pilot requested work on the oleo struts, but not to the brake system. He added that, during the oleo strut maintenance, the brakes were unbolted and set aside until reassembly. After the oleo strut work was completed, the mechanic ran up the airplane, taxied around, and tested the brake with no observed abnormalities. An NTSB investigator and Federal Aviation Administration inspector examined the wreckage and the NTSB investigator reported that the left brake rotor was normal in color and had minimal wear; the right main landing gear was unremarkable. He added that the brake pedals were actuated, and pressure was heard at both main landing gear brake assemblies. The brake pedal foot pressure was also unremarkable.

Flight

Event TypeAccident
Event Time16:00 MST
Nearest AirportScottsdale (0nm SW)
Runway21
Runway Length8249 ft
Runway Width100 ft
Flight Plan FiledIFR
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo

Aircraft

AircraftBeech B60
Tail NumberCFESG
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operator2190089 Ontario
Operating RulePart 91
Engines2
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · TIO-541-E1C4 · Reciprocating · 380 | Lycoming · TIO-541-E1C4 · Reciprocating · 380
Seats6

People & Injuries

Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 65 · Third Class · None
Crew 2Age 59 · First Class · None

Conditions

ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind110° @ 9 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point70 F / 27 C
Altimeter30.10 inHg
Observation Time22:53
Weather SourceWFAC

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