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June 11, 2024 · Cub Crafters CC18-180 · N187CC
Bethel, AK
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
June 11, 2024
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (2 uninjured)
Location
Bethel, AK
Aircraft
Cub Crafters CC18-180 (2013)
Tail Number
N187CC
Operator
U S Department of the Interior
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ANC24LA050
The pilot reported that, while landing in a tailwheel-equipped airplane, he lost directional control after the tailwheel contacted the runway surface, resulting in a ground loop. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing rear spar, left aileron, 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
Aircraft-Aircraft oper/perf/capability-Performance/control parameters-Directional control-Not attained/maintained
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that, while landing in a tailwheel-equipped airplane, he lost directional control after the tailwheel contacted the runway surface, resulting in a ground loop. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing rear spar, left aileron, 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 Time20:30 AKDT
Nearest AirportBethel Airport (0nm N)
Runway19R
Runway Length6400 ft
Runway Width150 ft
Flight Plan FiledVFR
Flight Plan ActivatedYes
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCub Crafters CC18-180
Tail NumberN187CC
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
OperatorU S Department of the Interior
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsLycoming · IO-360C1G · Reciprocating · 180
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (2 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured2
Total2
Crew 1None
Crew 2Age 56 · Second Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind190° @ 6 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point66 F / 41 F
Altimeter29.66 inHg
Observation Time19:53
Weather SourceWFAC