PIPER PA-18-150
Beluga Lake, AK — August 25, 2011
Event Information
| Date | August 25, 2011 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | ANC11CA086 |
| Event ID | 20110825X22531 |
| Location | Beluga Lake, AK |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 61.27195, -151.77028 |
| 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 | 3 |
| Total Injured | 0 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot's decision to takeoff with an unfavorable wind which resulted in a loss of directional control, and collision with terrain.
Full Narrative
The pilot lost control of the airplane shortly after liftoff, when a gust of wind lifted the left wing and the right wing struck the ground. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing and empennage. The pilot said there were no mechanical problems with the airplane, and that the accident could have been avoided had he waited for more favorable 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.