Pilot Debrief

CESSNA 150H near Talkeetna, AK — 2009-08-12

Final reportANC09CA081
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Date
2009-08-12
Location
Talkeetna, AK, USA
Airport
TKA
Aircraft
CESSNA 150H
Registration
N6687S
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing, resulting in a ground loop and substantial damage to the airplane.

NTSB narrative

The solo private pilot reported that he was landing a tailwheel-equipped airplane on a dry, hard-surfaced runway, at the completion of a Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight. He said that during touchdown, the airplane bounced slightly and he added engine power to cushion the landing. As the airplane touched down again, it ground looped to the left. The airplane’s right wing and right elevator struck the runway. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the right wing, right elevator and fuselage. The pilot said there were no preaccident mechanical problems with the airplane.

NTSB coding

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