STINSON 108-2
Bethel, AK — June 1, 2024
Event Information
| Date | June 1, 2024 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ANC24LA048 |
| Event ID | 20240611194438 |
| Location | Bethel, AK |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 60.78179, -161.83522 |
| Airport | BETHEL |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | STINSON |
| Model | 108-2 |
| 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 uncertificated pilot’s decision to fly an unairworthy airplane and his failure to maintain directional control during landing, which resulted in a landing gear collapse. Contributing was the failure of the right main landing gear oleo strut.
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.