N590DCPIPER PA-18-1502022-09-07 NTSB Accident Report

Substantial
None

PIPER PA-18-150S/N: 18-6245

Summary

On September 07, 2022, a Piper PA-18-150 (N590DC) was involved in an incident near Galena, 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 selection of unsuitable terrain for landing which resulted in a nose over.

This incident is documented in NTSB report CEN22LA422. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N590DC.

Accident Details

Date
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
NTSB Number
CEN22LA422
Location
Galena, AK
Event ID
20220915105949
Coordinates
64.264500, -158.264200
Nearest Airport
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 landing which resulted in a nose over.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
PIPER
Serial Number
18-6245
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1958
Model / ICAO
PA-18-150PA18
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
2
FAA Model
PA-18-150

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
DONALD POHLAND J
Address
10165 VOYAGER CIR
City
ANCHORAGE
State / Zip Code
AK 99515-2240
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# CEN22LA422