Final None Aug 25, 2024

N5673B accident at Sterling, MA

Cessna 305 — Loss of control on ground at 3B3 (Sterling, MA)

DateAug 25, 2024
Tail numberN5673B
AircraftCessna 305 · Cessna Bird Dog · O1
Location3B3 — Sterling, MA
Phase of flightLanding
OperationPart 91 Instructional
InjuriesNone
NTSB caseERA24LA358

Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll, which resulted in a ground loop and subsequent landing gear collapse. Contributing was the flight instructor’s delayed remedial action.

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