Accident Details
Date
Monday, April 30, 2012
NTSB Number
ANC12CA034
Location
Palmer, AK
Event ID
20120430X33525
Coordinates
61.476943, -148.748886
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
Minor
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
1
Uninjured
0
Total Aboard
1
Probable Cause and Findings
The student pilot did not maintain sufficient airspeed during a steep turn after takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
WILLIAMS AIRCRAFT LLC
Address
12500 SUMMER DR
City
ANCHORAGE
State / Zip Code
AK 99516-2666
Country
United States
Analysis
The student pilot was practicing takeoffs and landings at off airport site. After departing a sandbar, he made a steep turn, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and impact with terrain.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ANC12CA034