Walker AK Bush Flyer
Deadhorse, AK — August 14, 2008
Event Information
| Date | August 14, 2008 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ANC08CA105 |
| Event ID | 20080828X01346 |
| Location | Deadhorse, AK |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 70.19473, -148.46527 |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
Aircraft
| Make | Walker |
| Model | AK Bush Flyer |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 1 |
| None | 0 |
| Total Injured | 1 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during the landing roll. A factor contributing to the accident was a tailwind.
Full Narrative
The commercial pilot related that while landing the experimental, amateur built tailwheel airplane at an off-airport, tundra-covered site, the tail started to rise. He said he was unable to keep the tail from rising, and the airplane nosed over, sustaining substantial damage to the right wing and both wing lift struts. The pilot noted that the airplane was exceptionally light, with no significant weight in the rear compartments. He said that the lack of the weight, coupled with a slight tailwind, added to his difficulty in controlling the airplane. He stated that there were no preaccident mechanical problems with the airplane.
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.