PIPER PA-14
Emmett, ID — September 17, 2012
Event Information
| Date | September 17, 2012 |
| Event Type | ACC |
| NTSB Number | WPR12CA429 |
| Event ID | 20120920X51830 |
| Location | Emmett, ID |
| Country | USA |
| Coordinates | 44.03972, -116.38111 |
| Airport | Emmett Municipal Airport |
| Highest Injury | MINR |
Aircraft
| Make | PIPER |
| Model | PA-14 |
| Category | AIR |
| FAR Part | 091 |
| Aircraft Damage | SUBS |
Conditions
| Light Condition | DUSK |
| Weather | VMC |
Injuries
| Fatal | 0 |
| Serious | 0 |
| Minor | 1 |
| None | 2 |
| Total Injured | 1 |
Event Location
Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from terrain.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that the purpose of the flight was to show his passengers the local area. They departed from the airport and proceeded north. Shortly after sunset, the pilot reversed course to return to the airport. During the return flight, he realized that he had turned into the incorrect canyon and was unable to out climb the rising terrain; subsequently, the pilot initiated a precautionary landing onto a hillside. During the landing, the right wing was substantially damaged. The pilot reported no mechanical failures or malfunctions that would have precluded normal operations.
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.