WSK-PZL WARZAWA-OKECIE PZL 104 WILGA 80
Talkeetna, AK — May 14, 2017
Event Information
| Date | May 14, 2017 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ANC17CA023 |
| Event ID | 20170514X10933 |
| Location | Talkeetna, AK |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 62.31917, -150.09416 |
| Airport | TALKEETNA |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | WSK-PZL WARZAWA-OKECIE |
| Model | PZL 104 WILGA 80 |
| 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 directional control during the landing roll. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's lack of training and experience in the accident make and model airplane.
Full Narrative
The pilot of a tailwheel-equipped airplane stated that during the landing roll the airplane veered slightly left of the runway centerline. To correct for the veer, the pilot applied right rudder, and the airplane subsequently veered to the right. The pilot was unable to regain directional control, and the airplane continued off the right side of the runway encountering soft gravel which resulted in a rapid right ground loop. The left landing gear leg fractured and the left wing and elevator impacted the runway surface substantially damaging the left aileron and fuselage.
The pilot stated that he had no experience flying this model of airplane on wheels. According to the airplane owner, the PZL-104 Wilga's rudder and brake system are unique and can be difficult to operate. The pilot reported no pre-impact mechanical malfunctions or anomalies 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.