Accident Details
Date
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
NTSB Number
ANC12CA076
Location
Whittier, AK
Event ID
20120719X64506
Coordinates
61.068889, -147.908615
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 clearance from brush during landing, which resulted in a loss of control.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
DELPH TIMOTHY M
Address
5661 E CHERRY CIR
City
WASILLA
State / Zip Code
AK 99654-4246
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot reported that while landing on a remote gravel bar, the right wingtip of the airplane struck brush, resulting in a ground loop to the right. During the ground loop, the left wing dragged on the ground resulting in substantial damage to the left wing.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ANC12CA076