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February 17, 2024 · Cessna R172K · N1258V
Trapper Creek, AK
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
February 17, 2024
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Trapper Creek, AK
Aircraft
Cessna R172K
Tail Number
N1258V
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ANC24LA015
The pilot reported that after dropping a package while on a low pass, the airplane encountered an aerodynamic stall, contacted brush and trees, and impacted the ground. The airplane came to rest inverted, causing substantial damage to the empennage, elevator, and rudder. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack while maneuvering at low altitude, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall; loss of airplane control; and impact with terrain.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that after dropping a package while on a low pass, the airplane encountered an aerodynamic stall, contacted brush and trees, and impacted the ground. The airplane came to rest inverted, causing substantial damage to the empennage, elevator, and rudder. 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 Time18:40 AKST
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna R172K
Tail NumberN1258V
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · IO360K1B · Reciprocating · 195210
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 65 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDusk
WindCalm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point28 F / 12 F
Altimeter29.94 inHg
Observation Time17:53
Weather SourceWFAC