Accident Details
Date
Monday, September 30, 2013
NTSB Number
ANC13CA107
Location
Wasilla, AK
Event ID
20131001X24533
Coordinates
61.591945, -149.358612
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 improper preflight inspection, and failure to remove heavy frost from the airplane prior to attempting a takeoff.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
BURWELL JEFFERY S
Address
3836 E COUNTRY FIELD CIR
City
WASILLA
State / Zip Code
AK 99654
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot was attempting to takeoff from a public street, but the airplane would not climb, and struck a light pole, sustaining substantial damage to both wings and the fuselage. The pilot stated that he failed to remove heavy frost from the airplane prior to the takeoff attempt. He also stated that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures 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# ANC13CA107