PIPER PA-18-150
Cape Yakataga, AK — May 6, 2010
Event Information
| Date | May 6, 2010 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ANC10CA039 |
| Event ID | 20100518X23809 |
| Location | Cape Yakataga, AK |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 60.78963, -145.61018 |
| 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 uncertificated pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing site, resulting in a main landing gear collapse during the landing roll.
Full Narrative
The uncertificated pilot was landing a tailwheel-equipped airplane with one passenger at a remote, rough, and uneven off-airport site at the completion of a Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations Part 91, business flight. Witnesses noted that during the landing roll the airplane's right main wheel struck a log and the right main landing gear collapsed. The right wing and right horizontal stabilizer struck the ground. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the right wing, right wing lift struts, empennage, and fuselage. The pilot did not submit the required 6120.1 Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident/Incident Report.
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.