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May 6, 2011 · Piper PA-18-125 · N1129A
Cordova, AK
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 6, 2011
Injury Outcomes
2 injuries (1 serious injury, 1 minor injury)
Location
Cordova, AK
Aircraft
Piper PA-18-125
Tail Number
N1129A
Injuries
Serious
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ANC11CA029
The pilot stated that on final approach to an off-airport landing site, about 50 feet above ground level, the airplane descended and impacted the terrain. The airplane received substantial damage to both wings and the fuselage. The pilot said there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions with the airplane, but the wind in the area was very erratic. The pilot said the accident could have been prevented if he had made a touch-and-go landing to evaluate the wind conditions prior to landing.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's loss of aircraft control during final approach in gusty wind conditions, resulting in a hard landing.
Full Narrative
The pilot stated that, on final approach to an off-airport landing site, about 50 feet above ground level, the airplane started sinking violently and impacted terrain. He said there were no preaccident mechanical anomalies with the airplane, but the wind in the area was very erratic. The airplane received substantial damage to both wings and the fuselage.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time10:50 AKDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftPiper PA-18-125
Tail NumberN1129A
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-320A2B · Reciprocating · 160
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury Summary2 injuries (1 serious injury, 1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious1
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total2
Crew 1Age 27 · First Class · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind10 kt, gusting 20 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 2500 ft
Temperature / Dew Point45 C / 0 C
Altimeter0
Weather SourcePILO