N91144

Substantial
None

PIPER PA 18-150S/N: 18-8109075

Accident Details

Date
Monday, October 7, 2013
NTSB Number
ANC14CA001
Location
Iliamna, AK
Event ID
20131008X21430
Coordinates
59.376945, -155.155838
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 aircraft control during the landing roll with a tailwind.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
PIPER
Serial Number
18-8109075
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1981
Model / ICAO
PA 18-150M600
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
2
FAA Model
PA-18-150

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
ROCHE COREY J
Address
8026 QUEEN VICTORIA DR
City
ANCHORAGE
State / Zip Code
AK 99518-3071
Country
United States

Analysis

The pilot reported that during the uphill landing on the tundra with a slight tailwind, the tailwheel hit a bump and bounced off the ground. The tailwind caused the tail to raise and the airplane subsequently nosed over. The rudder and a wing strut were substantially damaged. The pilot reported no preimpact mechanical malfunction or failure 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# ANC14CA001