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N424PA accident description

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Crash location 33.526945°N, 112.295277°W
Nearest city Glendale, AZ
33.538652°N, 112.185987°W
6.3 miles away
Tail number N424PA
Accident date 21 Aug 2009
Aircraft type Piper PA28
Additional details: None

NTSB Factual Report

The student pilot was on his first solo flight. He reported that the airplane touched down on centerline, but then quickly veered to the right. He tried to correct with left brake; however, the airplane continued off the runway, and collided with a taxiway sign. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the right wing, fuselage, and stabilator. The pilot reported no mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane at the time.

NTSB Probable Cause

The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.

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