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September 16, 2023 · Piper PA-18-150 · N1755P
Mcgrath, AK
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
September 16, 2023
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Mcgrath, AK
Aircraft
Piper PA-18-150 (1957)
Tail Number
N1755P
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ANC23LA083
The pilot reported that, while landing at a remote, off-airport site, a gust of wind pushed the airplane into a stand of trees, which resulted in substantial damage to the right wing and right wing lift strut. He stated there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. The pilot did not provide an NTSB Form 6120.1 Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident/Incident Report.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during after encountering a wind gust during landing that resulted in an impact with terrain.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that, while landing at a remote, off-airport site, a gust of wind pushed the airplane into a stand of trees, which resulted in substantial damage to the right wing and right wing lift strut. He stated there were no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation. The pilot did not provide an NTSB Form 6120.1 Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident/Incident Report.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time18:30 AKDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftPiper PA-18-150
Tail NumberN1755P
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-320 · Reciprocating · 150
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 59 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point54 F / 39 F
Altimeter29.34 inHg
Observation Time15:53
Weather SourceWFAC