PIPER PA 16
Phoenix, AZ — February 13, 2018
Event Information
| Date | February 13, 2018 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | GAA18CA130 |
| Event ID | 20180213X85037 |
| Location | Phoenix, AZ |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 33.68833, -112.08250 |
| Airport | PHOENIX DEER VALLEY |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | PIPER |
| Model | PA 16 |
| 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 while landing in crosswind conditions.
Full Narrative
The pilot of the tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that, during the touchdown, a gust of wind struck the airplane from the right. Subsequently, the airplane veered to the right and the left gear collapsed.
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing.
The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
The automated weather observation system located on the accident airport reported, that about the time of the accident the wind was from 180° at 9 knots. The pilot landed on runway 7L.
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.