Summary
On September 09, 2016, a Piper PA18 (N13833) was involved in an incident near Gulkana, AK. All 1 person aboard were uninjured. The aircraft sustained substantial damage.
The National Transportation Safety Board determined the probable cause of this incident to be: The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from a tree while maneuvering at low altitude.
The pilot of a tailwheel equipped airplane reported that the left wing of the airplane impacted a tree while maneuvering at low altitude. He further reported that he continued to his intended destination and landed without further incident.
After he landed, a subsequent exam of the left wing revealed substantial damage to the left aileron.
The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
This incident is documented in NTSB report GAA16CA482. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N13833.
Accident Details
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from a tree while maneuvering at low altitude.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Analysis
The pilot of a tailwheel equipped airplane reported that the left wing of the airplane impacted a tree while maneuvering at low altitude. He further reported that he continued to his intended destination and landed without further incident.
After he landed, a subsequent exam of the left wing revealed substantial damage to the left aileron.
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# GAA16CA482