Pilot Debrief

PIPER J3C-65 near Lynden, WA — 2008-10-03

Final reportWPR09CA002
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Date
2008-10-03
Location
Lynden, WA, USA
Airport
38W
Aircraft
PIPER J3C-65
Registration
N2146M
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The separation of the tailwheel spring retaining clip for unknown reasons, which resulted in the loss of directional control during the landing roll.

NTSB narrative

The pilot stated that the tailwheel equipped airplane suddenly veered to the right during the landing roll. Despite his control inputs, the airplane continued to veer to the right, exited the runway, and impacted a hangar located adjacent to the runway. Examination of the airplane revealed that the fuselage and both wings were structurally damaged. The tailwheel spring retaining clip was found separated from the tailwheel assembly. No anomalies were noted with the flight control system.

NTSB coding

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