N3969BPIPER PA-122023-02-04 NTSB Accident Report

Substantial
Minor

PIPER PA-12S/N: 12-278

Summary

On February 04, 2023, a Piper PA-12 (N3969B) was involved in an accident near Porterville, UT. The accident resulted in 1 minor injury. The aircraft sustained substantial damage.

The National Transportation Safety Board determined the probable cause of this accident to be: The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from snow covered terrain while maneuvering at low altitude.

This accident is documented in NTSB report WPR23LA103. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N3969B.

Accident Details

Date
Saturday, February 4, 2023
NTSB Number
WPR23LA103
Location
Porterville, UT
Event ID
20230207106691
Coordinates
40.972142, -111.704430
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
Minor
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
1
Uninjured
0
Total Aboard
1

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from snow covered terrain while maneuvering at low altitude.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
PIPER
Serial Number
12-278
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1946
Model / ICAO
PA-12PA12
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
3
FAA Model
PA-12

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
REID BRIAN M
Address
11850 NW TOUCHNGO AVE
City
BOISE
State / Zip Code
ID 83716-5001
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# WPR23LA103