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April 25, 2025 · Stinson 108 · N9308K
North Pole, AK
Overview
Report Status
Probable Cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
April 25, 2025
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 minor injury)
Location
North Pole, AK
Aircraft
Stinson 108
Tail Number
N9308K
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ANC25LA036
The pilot departed an unknown airstrip and made an emergency landing at a US Army airfield. The left wing strut was substantially damaged and consistent with an impact with a tree. The pilot was uncooperative with first responders and smelled of alcohol and appeared to be under the influence. A police officer found an open container of alcohol in the airplane and transported the pilot to the hospital.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to maintain obstacle clearance which resulted in an in-flight collision with a tree. Contributing to the accident was his impairment from the effects of alcohol consumption.
Full Narrative
The pilot departed an unknown airstrip and made an emergency landing at a US Army airfield. The left wing strut was substantially damaged and consistent with an impact with a tree. The pilot was uncooperative with first responders and smelled of alcohol and appeared to be under the influence. A police officer found an open container of alcohol in the airplane and transported the pilot to the hospital.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time03:00 AKDT
Nearest Airport0nm
Flight Plan FiledNone
Flight Plan ActivatedNo
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftStinson 108
Tail NumberN9308K
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsFranklin · Reciprocating
Seats2
People & Injuries
Injury Summary1 injury (1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 43 · Third Class · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightNight
Wind340° @ 4 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingOvercast 9500 ft
Temperature / Dew Point36 F / 23 F
Altimeter29.75 inHg
Observation Time02:55
Weather SourceWFAC