Accident Details
Date
Friday, January 12, 2018
NTSB Number
GAA18CA106
Location
Lowman, ID
Event ID
20180115X10409
Coordinates
44.142501, -115.314163
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 selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff, which resulted in a loss of directional control.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
SELDOM SEEN AVIATION NORTHWEST INC
Address
310 10TH ST
City
STEVENSVILLE
State / Zip Code
MT 59870-2916
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot of the tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that, during takeoff on a snow-covered airstrip, the left wheel encountered a "foot deep snow bank". The airplane veered left and nosed over.
The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing and vertical stabilizer.
The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions 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# GAA18CA106