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July 5, 2019 · Piper PA18 150 · N5830C
Talkeetna, AK
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
July 5, 2019
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Talkeetna, AK
Aircraft
Piper PA18 150 (1962)
Tail Number
N5830C
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
GAA19CA388
The pilot of the tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that, while landing off-airport on rough grassy terrain, the airplane struck a "bump" and bounced. After touching down again, the pilot applied brakes with the tail up, attempting to stop the airplane before it reached the top of a hill. However, the airplane reached the top of the hill and then proceeded downhill with the tail up and hit additional bumps. Subsequently, the airplane nosed over. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage and left wing lift strut. 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-Terrain-Rough terrain-Decision related to condition - C
Full Narrative
The pilot of the tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that, while landing off-airport on rough grass terrain, the airplane struck a "bump" and bounced. After touching down again, the pilot applied brakes with the tail up, attempting to stop prior to the top of the hill. The airplane continued and proceed downhill with the tail up, applying brakes and hitting additional bumps. Subsequently, the airplane nosed over. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the fuselage and left wing lift strut. 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 Time15:00 AKDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftPiper PA18 150
Tail NumberN5830C
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-320 B2B · Reciprocating · 160
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 27 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind190° @ 4 kt
Visibility30 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point54
Altimeter30.20 inHg
Observation Time22:59
Weather SourceWFAC