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August 3, 2008 · Piper PA-18-150 · N5951Z
Wall, SD
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
August 3, 2008
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (1 serious injury, 1 minor injury)
Location
Wall, SD
Aircraft
Piper PA-18-150
Tail Number
N5951Z
Injuries
Serious
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CHI08CA232
The pilot indicated that he was trying to land on a sand bar. He made three passes to see if the location was useable. During the landing approach he encountered a wind shear and impacted terrain. He reported no mechanical issues with the airplane.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot not maintaining airplane control during the landing. Contributing to the accident was the reported wind shear.
Full Narrative
The pilot indicated that he was trying to land on a sand bar. He made three passes to see if the location was useable. During the landing approach he encountered a wind shear and impacted terrain. He reported no mechanical issues with the airplane.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time15:30 MDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftPiper PA-18-150
Tail NumberN5951Z
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-320 · Reciprocating
People & Injuries
Injury Summary2 injuries (1 serious injury, 1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious1
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total2
Crew 1Age 44 · Third Class · Serious
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point0 C / 0 C
Altimeter0