STINSON 108
North Pole, AK — April 25, 2025
Event Information
| Date | April 25, 2025 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ANC25LA036 |
| Event ID | 20250501200094 |
| Location | North Pole, AK |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 64.71085, -147.19166 |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
Aircraft
| Make | STINSON |
| Model | 108 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | NITE |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 1 |
| None | 0 |
| Total Injured | 1 |
Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain obstacle clearance which resulted in an in-flight collision with a tree. Contributing to the accident was his impairment from the effects of alcohol consumption.
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.