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May 8, 2023 · Piper PA-22-150 · N6058D
Ariel, WA
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 8, 2023
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Ariel, WA
Aircraft
Piper PA-22-150 (1956)
Tail Number
N6058D
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR23LA180
The pilot of the tailwheel equipped airplane reported that he was attempting to land in a field, adjacent to a friend’s house. During the landing roll, the airplane hit an unexpected bump and the tail lifted into the air. The pilot applied brakes in tall grass, and the airplane nosed over and came to rest inverted. The right-wing strut, vertical stabilizer, and rudder were substantially damaged. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Surface speed/braking-Capability exceeded
Full Narrative
The pilot of the tailwheel equipped airplane reported that he was attempting to land in a field, adjacent to a friend’s house. During the landing roll, the airplane hit an unexpected bump and the tail lifted into the air. The pilot applied brakes in tall grass, and the airplane nosed over and came to rest inverted. The right-wing strut, vertical stabilizer, and rudder were substantially damaged. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time19:30 PDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftPiper PA-22-150
Tail NumberN6058D
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · 0-320 SERIES · Reciprocating · 180
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 36 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point62 F / 38 C
Altimeter29.96 inHg
Observation Time18:45
Weather SourcePILO