AERONCA 15AC
Fairbanks, AK, September 16, 2008
Event Information
| Date | September 16, 2008 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| Location | Fairbanks, AK |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 63.93028, -146.85194 |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
| NTSB Number | ANC08CA125 |
| Event ID | 20081003X62313 |
Aircraft
| Make | AERONCA |
| Model | 15AC |
| Registration # | N1170H |
| Operator | BECKMAN THOMAS J |
| Owner | BECKMAN THOMAS J |
| 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 landing, resulting in an on-ground collision with a tree stump.
Full Narrative
The solo private pilot reported that he was landing at an off-airport site when the tailwheel assembly contacted a tree trunk, resulting in structural damage to the empennage. He indicated 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.