Incident Overview
Date: Wednesday 29 June 1994
Aircraft Type: Cessna 550 Citation II
Owner/operator: Cat Aviation
Registration Number: HB-VIS
Location: Zrich-Kloten Airport (ZRH) –
ÿ Switzerland
Phase of Flight: Landing
Status: Minor, repaired
Casualties: Fatalities: 0 / Occupants: 4
Component Affected: The front brake valve.The front brake valve.
Investigating Agency: BFU Switz.BFU Switz.
Category: Accident
A Cessna aircraft experienced a runway excursion during landing, resulting in damage to the aircraft and impacting its control. The incident was triggered by a malfunctioning valve leading to overheating and a blockage of the right main wheel, causing the aircraft to swerve to the right.A Cessna aircraft experienced a runway excursion during landing, resulting in damage to the aircraft and impacting its control. The incident was triggered by a malfunctioning valve leading to overheating and a blockage of the right main wheel, causing the aircraft to swerve to the right.
Description
The Cessna suffered a runway excursion on landing and collided with runway lights. The flaps and the undercarriage sustained damage. Cause: The accident was caused by wear of the valve of the front brake, resulting in overheating and a blockage of the right main wheel and therefore the airplane swerved right during the landing.
Primary Cause
Wear of the front brake valve leading to overheating and a blockage of the right main wheel.Wear of the front brake valve leading to overheating and a blockage of the right main wheel.Share on:
