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October 8, 2023 · Nathan A Rehak CAW-12 · N2129P
Beluga, AK
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
October 8, 2023
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Beluga, AK
Aircraft
Nathan A Rehak CAW-12 (2022)
Tail Number
N2129P
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ANC24LA001
Pilot reported that, after touching down on a dry lakebed, he encountered a wind gust that lifted the tail of the airplane, resulting in a nose over. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the front wing struts, vertical stabilizer, and rudder. The pilot reported that there were no pre-accident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s loss of control after failing to determine wind direction during landing in variable, gusting wind conditions.
Full Narrative
Pilot reported that, after touching down on a dry lakebed, he encountered a wind gust that lifted the tail of the airplane, resulting in a nose over. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the front wing struts, vertical stabilizer, and rudder. The pilot reported that there were no pre-accident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time17:30 AKDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftNathan A Rehak CAW-12
Tail NumberN2129P
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · O-360-C2A · Reciprocating · 180
Seats3
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1None
Crew 2Age 45 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsUnknown
LightDaylight
Wind150° @ 3 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingBroken clouds 9000 ft
Temperature / Dew Point48 F / 41 F
Altimeter29.13 inHg
Observation Time16:56
Weather SourceWFAC