Pilot Debrief

PIPER PA-18-150 near Beluga Lake, AK — 2011-08-25

Final reportANC11CA086
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Date
2011-08-25
Location
Beluga Lake, AK, USA
Aircraft
PIPER PA-18-150
Registration
N8491Y
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's decision to takeoff with an unfavorable wind which resulted in a loss of directional control, and collision with terrain.

NTSB narrative

According to the pilot, during takeoff, a gust of wind lifted the airplane's left wing and the right wing struck the ground. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing and empennage. The pilot said there were no mechanical problems with the airplane, and that the accident could have been avoided had he waited for more favorable wind conditions.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

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Docket documents1

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