PIPER PA-18-150
McGrath, AK — September 16, 2023
Event Information
| Date | September 16, 2023 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ANC23LA083 |
| Event ID | 20230920193106 |
| Location | McGrath, AK |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 62.94631, -155.52845 |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | PIPER |
| Model | PA-18-150 |
| 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 during after encountering a wind gust during landing that resulted in an impact with 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.