This June 2009 accident report is provided by the National Transportation Safety Board. Published as an educational tool, it is intended to help pilots learn from the misfortunes of others. Aircraft: Bellanca Cruisemaster. Injuries: None. Location: Columbia, Calif. Aircraft damage: Substantial. What reportedly happened: The pilot reported that, after a normal landing, the airplane suddenly veered to the left. He applied right rudder and right brake, but couldn't regain control. The left main landing gear collapsed, and the left wing hit the ground. Continue Reading »

===> Posted on June 14th, 2011 by Meg Godlewski. No comments. © GAN 2011.