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November 16, 2008 · Piper PA-18 · N7096D
Foraker, OK
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
November 16, 2008
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Foraker, OK
Aircraft
Piper PA-18
Tail Number
N7096D
Operator
Steve Eaton
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
CEN09CA062
While en route the pilot noticed that the engine began "running a little rough." Unable to resolve the rough-running engine, the pilot elected to execute a precautionary landing to a field. During the landing, the pilot attempted to correct for the crosswind gusts, which he estimated were at 10-15 miles per hour. Subsequently, the airplane's landing gear touched down and the airplane nosed over. Postaccident examination of the airplane revealed that the wing struts were bent and the fuselage was buckled.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the precautionary landing. Contributing to the accident were the wind gusts.
Full Narrative
While en route the pilot noticed that the engine began "running a little rough." Unable to resolve the rough-running engine, the pilot elected to execute a precautionary landing to a field. During the landing, the pilot attempted to correct for the crosswind gusts, which he estimated were at 10-15 miles per hour. Subsequently, the airplane's landing gear touched down and the airplane nosed over. Postaccident examination of the airplane revealed that the wing struts were bent and the fuselage was buckled.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time08:30 CST
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftPiper PA-18
Tail NumberN7096D
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorSteve Eaton
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-360-A4M · Reciprocating · 180
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 54 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind210° @ 18 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point0 C
Altimeter0
Observation Time13:00
Weather SourcePILO