Accident Details
Date
Monday, May 13, 2013
NTSB Number
ANC13CA045
Location
Nikiski, AK
Event ID
20130515X52155
Coordinates
60.173889, -152.716659
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 directional control during landing, resulting in contact with terrain, and a ground loop.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
TRI M LLC
Address
PO BOX 7146
City
NIKISKI
State / Zip Code
AK 99635-7146
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot was landing his tailwheel-equipped airplane at an off-airport beach landing site. During the landing flare, a gust of wind pushed the airplane to the left, and the left wing contacted the sloping beach, resulting in a ground loop. Both wings sustained substantial damage. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical anomalies with the airplane.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ANC13CA045