Pilot Debrief

PIPER PA-18-150 near McCarthy, AK — 2013-08-12

Final reportANC13CA078
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Date
2013-08-12
Location
McCarthy, AK, USA
Aircraft
PIPER PA-18-150
Registration
N3897Z
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's loss of directional control during takeoff.

NTSB narrative

The pilot stated that during takeoff from a private airstrip, he lost directional control of the airplane, resulting in a ground loop and a nose over. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing and empennage. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

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