N2976M

Substantial
None

BELLANCA 8GCBCS/N: 347-80

Accident Details

Date
Tuesday, September 30, 2014
NTSB Number
ANC14CA090
Location
Port Alsworth, AK
Event ID
20141024X50931
Coordinates
60.200603, -154.280151
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
2
Total Aboard
2

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilots failure to maintain control of the airplane during an aborted landing in gusty wind conditions.

Aircraft Information

Registration
N2976M
Make
BELLANCA
Serial Number
347-80
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1980
Model / ICAO
8GCBCBL8
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1

Registered Owner (Historical)

Name
AMBONI SINESIO JR
Address
17705 KANTISHNA DR
Status
Deregistered
City
EAGLE RIVER
State / Zip Code
AK 99577-8228
Country
United States

Analysis

The pilot was landing at a remote, off airport site in a tailwheel-equipped airplane. He stated that he made two low passes over the airstrip and was making a full stop landing on the third pass. During the landing he stated the airplane bounced, and he attempted to abort the landing. During the aborted landing a gust of wind picked up the left wing and the right wing contacted terrain. The airplane sustained substantial damage to both wings and the fuselage. The pilot stated that there were no preaccident mechanical anomalies 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# ANC14CA090