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August 22, 2011 · Piper PA-18-150 · N4376Z
Emmett, ID
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
August 22, 2011
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Emmett, ID
Aircraft
Piper PA-18-150
Tail Number
N4376Z
Operator
Kevin Hochstetler
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR11CA402
The pilot reported that during landing in a tailwheel-equipped airplane, the airplane bounced and settled back onto the runway in a two-point landing configuration. Subsequently, the airplane suddenly veered to the right. Despite the pilot's control inputs, the airplane ground looped and exited the right side of the runway. Examination of the airplane revealed that the left wing sustained substantial damage. The pilot reported no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Directional control-Not attained/maintained - C
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that following an uneventful landing in a tailwheel equipped airplane, the airplane bounced and settled back onto the runway in a two-point landing configuration. Subsequently, the airplane suddenly veered to the right. Despite the pilot's control inputs, the airplane ground looped and exited the right side of the runway. Examination of the airplane by the pilot revealed that the left wing sustained structural damage. The pilot reported no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time10:00 PDT
Nearest AirportEmmett Municipal Airport (0nm)
Runway28
Runway Length3250 ft
Runway Width50 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftPiper PA-18-150
Tail NumberN4376Z
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorKevin Hochstetler
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-320 SERIES · Reciprocating · 180
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 32 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind80° @ 3 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point52
Altimeter29.97 inHg
Observation Time16:55
Weather SourceWFAC