STINSON 108-8
Alexander Creek, AK — June 25, 2025
Event Information
| Date | June 25, 2025 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ANC25LA058 |
| Event ID | 20250630200420 |
| Location | Alexander Creek, AK |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 61.42107, -150.58583 |
| Airport | Roy's Strip |
| Highest Injury | NONE |
Aircraft
| Make | STINSON |
| Model | 108-8 |
| 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 |
Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during final approach. Contributing to the accident was the airplane’s encounter with a downdraft that led to a rapid loss of altitude.
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.