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November 1, 2007 · Piper PA-18-150 · N4153M
Stockton, CA
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
November 1, 2007
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Stockton, CA
Aircraft
Piper PA-18-150
Tail Number
N4153M
Operator
David a Kirsten
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
SEA08CA018
The pilot reported that while taxing the tailwheel-equipped airplane into position for takeoff from a private airstrip, the main landing gear struck a ditch stopping the aircraft's forward movement almost instantly. Subsequently, the aircraft nosed over and came to rest in an inverted position. Examination of the aircraft by the pilot revealed that the rudder and two lift struts were bent. The pilot reported no mechanical anomalies with the aircraft at the time of the accident.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a ditch while taxiing. Contributing factors were the pilot's inadequate visual lookout and the ditch.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that while taxing the tailwheel-equipped airplane into position for takeoff from a private airstrip, the main landing gear struck a ditch stopping the aircraft's forward movement almost instantly. Subsequently, the aircraft nosed over and came to rest in an inverted position. Examination of the aircraft by the pilot revealed that the rudder and two lift struts were bent. The pilot reported no mechanical anomalies with the aircraft at the time of the accident. The pilot stated in the Recommendation (How could this accident/incident have been prevented?) section of the Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident Report (NTSB Form 6120.1) "better inspection of surface prior to taxiing."
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time17:30 PDT
Nearest AirportPrivate Airstrip (0nm)
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftPiper PA-18-150
Tail NumberN4153M
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorDavid a Kirsten
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-320-A2B · Reciprocating · 150
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 53 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point0 C
Altimeter0
Weather SourceWFAC