Van's RV-6A Sustains Substantial Damage in Idaho Incident

KOOSKIA, Idaho — A Van's RV-6A experimental aircraft sustained substantial damage in an incident near Kooskia, Idaho, on May 11, according to National Transportation Safety Board records.

The aircraft, registration N333PK, was involved in the incident with no fatalities or injuries reported, according to NTSB event ID 20260513202977. The two-seat, low-wing amateur-built kit aircraft is commonly operated by private pilots under Part 91 regulations.

Specific details regarding the phase of flight or cause have not been released. Safety analysts have previously noted handling characteristics specific to the RV-6A nosewheel variant, including susceptibility to tip-over incidents during landings on soft or rough terrain, according to reports from Kitplanes and discussions within the Van's Air Force community.