PIPER PA-18-150
Arctic Village, AK — August 16, 2024
Event Information
| Date | August 16, 2024 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ANC24LA080 |
| Event ID | 20240823194992 |
| Location | Arctic Village, AK |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 68.83000, -143.55000 |
| 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 | 2 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during takeoff in gusting wind conditions.
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.