Pilot Debrief

AERONCA 15AC near Fairbanks, AK — 2008-09-16

Final reportANC08CA125
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Date
2008-09-16
Location
Fairbanks, AK, USA
Aircraft
AERONCA 15AC
Registration
N1170H
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing, resulting in an on-ground collision with a tree stump.

NTSB narrative

The solo private pilot reported that he was landing at an off-airport site when the tailwheel assembly contacted a tree trunk, resulting in structural damage to the empennage. He indicated that there were no preaccident mechanical problems with the airplane.

NTSB coding

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