Pilot Debrief

STINSON 108 near North Pole, AK — 2025-04-25

Final reportANC25LA036
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Date
2025-04-25
Location
North Pole, AK, USA
Aircraft
STINSON 108
Registration
N9308K
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
Minor
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain obstacle clearance which resulted in an in-flight collision with a tree. Contributing to the accident was his impairment from the effects of alcohol consumption.

NTSB narrative

The pilot departed an unknown airstrip and made an emergency landing at a US Army airfield. The left wing strut was substantially damaged and consistent with an impact with a tree. The pilot was uncooperative with first responders and smelled of alcohol and appeared to be under the influence. A police officer found an open container of alcohol in the airplane and transported the pilot to the hospital.

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