N324A

Substantial
None

Cub Crafters PA-18-150S/N: 9962CC

Accident Details

Date
Monday, February 23, 2009
NTSB Number
WPR09CA127
Location
Buckeye, AZ
Event ID
20090223X63936
Coordinates
33.370277, -112.584724
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 failure to maintain directional control.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
CUB CRAFTERS
Serial Number
9962CC
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Model / ICAO
PA-18-150
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
2
FAA Model
PA18-150

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
LAURIDSEN HANS O
Address
7808 E VIA DONA RD
City
SCOTTSDALE
State / Zip Code
AZ 85266-2189
Country
United States

Analysis

In a written statement, the pilot reported that after departure he practiced configuring the airplane for slow-flight and performed numerous stalls. As the airplane approached the destination airport, he entered the traffic pattern on a 45-degree angle. He extended his downwind leg to yield to traffic ahead and observed the windsock indicating a light crosswind. While on final approach, he configured the airplane with a little left rudder in an effort to compensate for the wind conditions. Following touchdown, and while on the landing roll with the engine at idle, the airplane began to yaw to the left of runway centerline. The pilot added full right rudder deflection and then applied right brake. The airplane nosed over, coming to rest inverted; the propeller and left wing sustained damage.

The pilot stated there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airframe or engine. He stated during the accident sequence the winds were light and variable with no gusts.

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# WPR09CA127