Piper PA18
Palmer, AK — September 1, 2018
Event Information
| Date | September 1, 2018 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | GAA18CA525 |
| Event ID | 20180903X93202 |
| Location | Palmer, AK |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 62.09555, -148.21222 |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | Piper |
| Model | PA18 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DAYL |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 0 |
| None | 2 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that, during takeoff from an unimproved, gravel airstrip, the tailwheel-equipped airplane veered right and struck an airplane parked on the right side of the airstrip.
The airplane sustained substantial damage to both wings, the fuselage, and the elevator.
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.