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September 6, 2018 · Cub Crafters CC18 180 · N413CC
Northway, AK
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
September 6, 2018
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Northway, AK
Aircraft
Cub Crafters CC18 180 (2013)
Tail Number
N413CC
Operator
National Park Service
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA18CA541
The pilot reported that, during straight-and-level flight, a large bird struck the airplane's right wing. The airplane's control became degraded, and the pilot chose an off-airport landing site and landed the airplane without further incident. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the right wing. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
Environmental issues-Physical environment-Object/animal/substance-Animal(s)/bird(s)-Effect on operation - C
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that, during straight and level flight, a large bird struck the right wing of the airplane. The airplane's control became degraded and the pilot selected an off-airport landing site. The pilot landed the airplane without further incident. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the right wing. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time16:25 AKDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledCvfr
Flight Plan ActivatedUnknown
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCub Crafters CC18 180
Tail NumberN413CC
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorNational Park Service
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-360-C4P · Reciprocating · 180
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1Age 64 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind310° @ 5 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingOvercast 5000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point54 / 39 C
Altimeter30.28 inHg
Observation Time00:53
Weather SourceWFAC