Accident Details
Date
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
NTSB Number
ANC11CA102
Location
Ambler, AK
Event ID
20110915X13430
Coordinates
67.535835, -155.005279
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
2
Total Aboard
2
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot's decision to takeoff with a tailwind, which resulted in a runway excursion.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
HANKS DON N
Address
PO BOX 772058
City
EAGLE RIVER
State / Zip Code
AK 99577-2058
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot elected to takeoff from an off airport site in variable wind conditions. During the takeoff roll the airplane encountered a tailwind, resulting in an extended takeoff roll, and inability to out climb the terrain. The airplane encountered a creek and nosed over, sustaining substantial damage to the fuselage and vertical stabilizer.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ANC11CA102