MILLER GREGORY S BUSHWACKER
Iliamna, AK — September 22, 2014
Event Information
| Date | September 22, 2014 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ANC14CA086 |
| Event ID | 20140923X15355 |
| Location | Iliamna, AK |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 59.80333, -155.46695 |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | MILLER GREGORY S |
| Model | BUSHWACKER |
| 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 failure to maintain control on landing, resulting in the collision with terrain.
Full Narrative
According to the pilot, the airplane was on stabilized approach to an airstrip. About 10-15 feet above the ground, the airplane encountered a gust of wind that caused a roll to the right. The right wing tip collided with the ground. The pilot decreased engine power and the left wing and left gear leg collided with the ground. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or anomalies that would 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.