Pilot Debrief

PIPER PA-22-160 near Aniak, AK — 2010-03-13

Final reportANC10CA023
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Date
2010-03-13
Location
Aniak, AK, USA
Aircraft
PIPER PA-22-160
Registration
N8820D
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
Minor
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's decision to maneuver at a low altitude during gusting wind conditions, resulting in a collision with terrain.

NTSB narrative

The private pilot was on a personal cross-country flight in a ski-equipped airplane when the accident occurred. The pilot reported that he was flying about 75 feet above the ground looking for a landing area on a frozen river. He said that the wind was gusting and that the airplane rolled 90 degrees and he was unable to counter the roll before the airplane impacted terrain. He reported there were no mechanical problems with the airplane prior to the accident.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

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