PIPER PA-12
Judith Gap, MT — July 8, 2023
Event Information
| Date | July 8, 2023 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | WPR23LA266 |
| Event ID | 20230711192584 |
| Location | Judith Gap, MT |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 46.65948, -109.74389 |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
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 | 1 |
| None | 1 |
| Total Injured | 1 |
Probable Cause
The pilot's decision to take off on a soft field that exceeded the performance capabilities of the airplane, which resulted in an impact with a pole and terrain.
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.