Summary
On May 06, 2011, a Piper PA-18-125 (N1129A) was involved in an accident near Cordova, AK. The accident resulted in 1 serious injury, 1 minor injury. The aircraft sustained substantial damage.
The National Transportation Safety Board determined the probable cause of this accident to be: The pilot's loss of aircraft control during final approach in gusty wind conditions, resulting in a hard landing.
The pilot stated that, on final approach to an off-airport landing site, about 50 feet above ground level, the airplane started sinking violently and impacted terrain. He said there were no preaccident mechanical anomalies with the airplane, but the wind in the area was very erratic. The airplane received substantial damage to both wings and the fuselage.
This accident is documented in NTSB report ANC11CA029. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N1129A.
Accident Details
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot's loss of aircraft control during final approach in gusty wind conditions, resulting in a hard landing.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Analysis
The pilot stated that, on final approach to an off-airport landing site, about 50 feet above ground level, the airplane started sinking violently and impacted terrain. He said there were no preaccident mechanical anomalies with the airplane, but the wind in the area was very erratic. The airplane received substantial damage to both wings and the fuselage.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ANC11CA029