PIPER PA 22-160
Palmer, AK — April 6, 2016
Event Information
| Date | April 6, 2016 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | GAA16CA185 |
| Event ID | 20160411X82905 |
| Location | Palmer, AK |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 61.25667, -148.58250 |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | PIPER |
| Model | PA 22-160 |
| 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 selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff, resulting in a runway over-run and collision with trees.
Full Narrative
The pilot of the tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that during the takeoff roll on an off airport airstrip the airplane hit a soft spot, and he elected to abort the takeoff. He further reported that he was unable to stop prior to impacting a group of alder trees at the end of the airstrip.
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the empennage.
According to the pilot there were no preimpact mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airframe or engine 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.