PIPER PA 18-150
Wasilla, AK — September 30, 2013
Event Information
| Date | September 30, 2013 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ANC13CA107 |
| Event ID | 20131001X24533 |
| Location | Wasilla, AK |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 61.59195, -149.35861 |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | PIPER |
| Model | PA 18-150 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 1 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's improper preflight inspection, and failure to remove heavy frost from the airplane prior to attempting a takeoff.
Full Narrative
The pilot was attempting to takeoff from a public street, but the airplane would not climb, and struck a light pole, sustaining substantial damage to both wings and the fuselage. The pilot stated that he failed to remove heavy frost from the airplane prior to the takeoff attempt. He also stated that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures 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.