Pilot Debrief

PIPER PA 18-135 near Fairbanks, AK — 2014-09-05

Final reportANC14CA074
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Date
2014-09-05
Location
Fairbanks, AK, USA
Airport
AK22
Aircraft
PIPER PA 18-135
Registration
N2158A
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's inability to maintain directional control of the airplane resulting in a runway excursion and collision with terrain.

NTSB narrative

The pilot was returning from a cross-country flight in a tail wheel equipped airplane. He reported a slight headwind and a stable approach until flare, then a crosswind lifted the left wing and the aircraft began exiting the runway environment. Attempts to regain directional control with rudder, aileron, and power were ineffective resulting in a collision with trees. The pilot and passenger were uninjured. The pilot reported there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

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