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September 16, 2014 · Cessna 175 Undesignat · N6589E
Ambler, AK
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
September 16, 2014
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Ambler, AK
Aircraft
Cessna 175 Undesignat (1959)
Tail Number
N6589E
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ANC14CA083
The pilot was departing from a remote off-airport site in a tailwheel-equipped airplane. The pilot reported that just after takeoff, as the airplane remained in ground effect, a crosswind pushed the airplane over the edge of a hill where the wind direction changed, and it subsequently settled back to the ground and collided with terrain. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left and right wings, horizontal stabilizer. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
Environmental issues-Physical environment-Runway/land/takeoff/taxi surface-(general)-Decision related to condition - C
Full Narrative
The pilot was departing from a remote off-airport site in a tailwheel-equipped airplane. The pilot reported that just after takeoff, as the airplane remained in ground effect, a crosswind pushed the airplane over the edge of a hill where the wind direction changed, and it subsequently settled back to the ground and collided with terrain. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left and right wings, horizontal stabilizer. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time10:15 AKDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 175 Undesignat
Tail NumberN6589E
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsCont Motor · GO-300 SERIES · Reciprocating · 175
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 51 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility10 sm
CeilingOvercast 4800 ft
Temperature / Dew Point48 / 46
Altimeter29.59 inHg
Observation Time18:16
Weather SourceWFAC