Accident · 2013-08-30
What the record says
- Event date
- 2013-08-30
- Event type
- Accident
- Highest injury level
- No injuries
- Aircraft
- CESSNA/WEAVER 305 - E (N862)
- Operating rule
- Part 91
- Operator
- Pilot (per NTSB report — not linked to an operator page)
Probable cause
The failure of a landing gear O-ring, which prevented the pilot from being able to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing.
Source: NTSB case CEN13LA531Flight crew
Certification and experience as recorded in the NTSB accident database for this event. The NTSB records these facts about the crew's flying history; GroundCheck shows them as filed, without names or identities.
| Role | Certificate | Instrument rating | Age | Medical | Flight hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pilot pilot flying | Private | None | 41 | Class 3 (2013-06-27) | 650 total |
Facts as the NTSB records them — GroundCheck adds no judgement. Preliminary records may be revised as the investigation proceeds.