Accident Details
Date
Monday, June 30, 2008
NTSB Number
ANC08CA084
Location
Anchorage, AK
Event ID
20080812X01230
Coordinates
61.349998, -150.833328
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
1
Total Aboard
1
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing area.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
PODOLAK CHARLES J PENA
Address
4019 E MITCHELL DR
City
PHOENIX
State / Zip Code
AZ 85018-5911
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot of the tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that he was landing at a soft, grass-covered off-airport site. He said that just after touchdown, as the airplane's main wheels contacted the 14-inch tall grass, the airplane nosed over during the landing roll. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the wings and vertical stabilizer. He said that winds at the time of the accident were calm. He noted in his written report to the NTSB that there were no preaccident mechanical anomalies with the airplane.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ANC08CA084