Accident Details
Date
Monday, October 21, 2013
NTSB Number
WPR14CA028
Location
Butte, MT
Event ID
20131024X12145
Coordinates
45.955390, -112.501650
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
4
Total Aboard
4
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane while landing with a crosswind.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
TRECHAK ASHLEY L
Address
9414 RED PINE DR
City
SHAFTER
State / Zip Code
CA 93263-9660
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot reported that during the stabilized approach in the tailwheel equipped airplane he was inputting the appropriate crosswind control inputs for the left crosswind condition. Upon touchdown, a gust of wind caused the airplane to ground loop to the left. Subsequently, the right wing struck the ground which resulted in substantial damage. The pilot reported no 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# WPR14CA028