PIPER PA-12
Tok, AK — September 18, 2022
Event Information
| Date | September 18, 2022 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ANC22LA079 |
| Event ID | 20220923105991 |
| Location | Tok, AK |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 62.23656, -141.11793 |
| Airport | Gravel Bar |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | PIPER |
| Model | PA-12 |
| 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 improper application of the brakes, which resulted in a nose-over and substantial damage to the rudder and wings.
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.