Pilot Debrief

PIPER PA-18-150 near Bingham, NE — 2009-10-09

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Date
2009-10-09
Location
Bingham, NE, USA
Aircraft
PIPER PA-18-150
Registration
N54750
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
Minor
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's impairment due to alcohol consumption and failure to maintain aircraft control.

NTSB narrative

The pilot reported that he fueled the airplane and departed for a local flight. In the Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident Report (NTSB Form 6120.1) submitted by the pilot, he stated he has no memory of the actual crash and that he had fallen asleep, behind the controls. Photographs of the scene and information provided by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Inspector indicated the airplane impacted the terrain in a relatively level attitude. Additionally, a witness reported that he saw the airplane flying low, just before impact. An examination of the airplane did not reveal any pre-impact abnormalities. An alcohol test was conducted on the pilot, by local law enforcement personnel approximately seven hours after the accident, and revealed a blood alcohol level of 0.078. In his statement to law enforcement personnel, the pilot reported that he consumed alcohol prior to his departure. Additionally, the pilot did not have a current FAA medical certificate.

NTSB coding

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