N3969B

Substantial
Minor

PIPER PA-12S/N: 12-278

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