PIPER PA 11
Bozeman, MT — September 16, 2013
Event Information
| Date | September 16, 2013 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | WPR13CA412 |
| Event ID | 20130917X04218 |
| Location | Bozeman, MT |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 45.77917, -111.15556 |
| Airport | Bozeman Yellowstone Internatio |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
Aircraft
| Make | PIPER |
| Model | PA 11 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 2 |
| None | 0 |
| Total Injured | 2 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control and inadequate compensation for the high gusty wind conditions during taxi.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that after aborting the takeoff due to an approaching thunderstorm and high winds, while taxiing back to the parking area, a strong wind lifted the airplane. The airplane subsequently nosed over which resulted in substantial damage to the wings, fuselage, vertical stabilizer, and rudder. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
About This NTSB Record
This aviation event was investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). NTSB investigates all U.S. civil aviation accidents to determine probable cause and issue safety recommendations to prevent future accidents.