Accident Details
Date
Thursday, August 11, 2011
NTSB Number
ANC11CA078
Location
Chenga Bay, AK
Event ID
20110816X41912
Coordinates
59.870277, -147.787780
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 improper decision to land on an unsuitable landing surface which resulted in a nose over.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
HORN ADRIANE L
Address
717 MILL BAY RD
City
KODIAK
State / Zip Code
AK 99615-7310
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot reported that during an off-airport landing, the airplane struck an unseen 12-inch sand berm and nosed over, resulting in substantial damage to the left wing and rudder.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ANC11CA078