PIPER PA-18-150
Red Rock, MT, January 6, 2025
Event Information
| Date | January 6, 2025 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| Location | Red Rock, MT |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 44.88288, -112.71296 |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
| NTSB Number | WPR25LA074 |
| Event ID | 20250107199517 |
Aircraft
| Make | PIPER |
| Model | PA-18-150 |
| Registration # | N4644Y |
| Operator | STATE OF MONTANA |
| Owner | STATE OF MONTANA |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | PUBU |
| 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 takeoff, which resulted in an impact with deep snow and vegetation.
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.