Pilot Debrief

PIPER PA 18-150 near McCarthy, AK — 2016-05-05

Final reportANC16CA025
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Date
2016-05-05
Location
McCarthy, AK, USA
Airport
15Z
Aircraft
PIPER PA 18-150
Registration
N5884D
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
Minor
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed while maneuvering at a low altitude, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall from which he could not recover.

NTSB narrative

The pilot stated that while maneuvering low-level in an attempt to locate a suitable gravel bar for an off-airport landing, a wind gust lifted the right wing. The airplane entered an aerodynamic stall from which he was unable to recover before impacting terrain. The airplane sustained substantial damage to thewings and fuselage. The pilot reported no pre-impact mechanical malfunctions or anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB coding

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