N3824M

Substantial
None

Piper PA 12S/N: 12-2744

Accident Details

Date
Saturday, June 6, 2020
NTSB Number
ANC20CA058
Location
Palmer, AK
Event ID
20200609X01845
Coordinates
61.939300, -149.287700
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 improper decision to load the airplane beyond its allowable gross weight limits, which resulted in an impact with a tree and collision with terrain.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
PIPER
Serial Number
12-2744
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1947
Model / ICAO
PA 12M600
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
3
FAA Model
PA-12

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
DRAVELING LARRY J
Address
9930 W TRIMOTOR ST
City
WASILLA
State / Zip Code
AK 99623-5055
Country
United States

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ANC20CA058