Accident Details
Date
Monday, August 12, 2013
NTSB Number
ANC13CA078
Location
McCarthy, AK
Event ID
20130813X12236
Coordinates
62.100605, -145.529693
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 loss of directional control during takeoff.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
WARD JOSEPH DELON
Address
1050 S VICKI WAY
City
WASILLA
State / Zip Code
AK 99654-7568
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot stated that during takeoff from a private airstrip, he lost directional control of the airplane, resulting in a ground loop and a nose over. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing and empennage. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ANC13CA078