Cessna 180, VH-CSS, Geraldton, WA, 13 July 1969

196904734

Summary

The pilot intended to carry out a period of circuit and landing practice and had made one circuit and landing which was satisfactory. On the second circuit he made an approach with full flap and appeared to make a normal landing but after rolling about 300 feet the aircraft commenced to swing to the right. The pilot took corrective action using left brake and rudder and the aircraft then ran straight for a short distance. However, after a further 320 feet a second swing to the right became pronounced and the pilot was unable to maintain directional control. After turning approximately 130 degrees to the right, and when almost at rest, the aircraft tipped up on to the port wing and tailplane and then settled back on to the wheels.

Occurrence summary

Investigation number 196904734
Occurrence date 13/07/1969
Location Geraldton
Report release date 03/12/1969
Report status Final
Investigation type Occurrence Investigation
Investigation status Completed
Mode of transport Aviation
Aviation occurrence category Loss of control
Occurrence class Accident
Highest injury level None

Aircraft details

Manufacturer Cessna Aircraft Company
Model 180
Registration VH-CSS
Operation type Flying Training
Departure point Geraldton
Destination Geraldton
Damage Substantial