N3904M

Substantial
None

PIPER PA-12S/N: 12-2803

Accident Details

Date
Monday, January 16, 2023
NTSB Number
ANC23LA015
Location
Anchorage, AK
Event ID
20230124106629
Coordinates
61.132206, -149.945060
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 an unsuitable landing site, resulting in the main landing gear wheels breaking through the snow, and a subsequent nose over.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
PIPER
Serial Number
12-2803
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1947
Model / ICAO
PA-12PA12
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
3
FAA Model
PA-12

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
COWAN DREW P
Address
905 FAIRBANKS ST
City
ANCHORAGE
State / Zip Code
AK 99501-3750
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# ANC23LA015