BROWN JOSEPH SPORTSMAN GS-2
Kalispell, MT — April 24, 2018
Event Information
| Date | April 24, 2018 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | GAA18CA240 |
| Event ID | 20180424X11751 |
| Location | Kalispell, MT |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 47.84667, -113.41695 |
| Airport | MEADOW CREEK USFS |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | BROWN JOSEPH |
| Model | SPORTSMAN GS-2 |
| 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 an unsuitable snow-covered airstrip for landing, which resulted in a nose-over.
Full Narrative
The pilot of the tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that, while en route, he decided to land to inspect the elevator trim. He added that he made multiple passes over a snow covered airstrip and believed the snow to be about 2-3" deep. During the landing roll, the airplane slowed and began to sink into the snow. The pilot attempted to go around, but the airplane nosed over.
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.
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.