N4231ZPIPER PA-18-1502023-05-20 NTSB Accident Report

Substantial
None

PIPER PA-18-150S/N: 18-8457

Summary

On May 20, 2023, a Piper PA-18-150 (N4231Z) was involved in an incident near Hunter Creek, 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 loss of directional control during takeoff roll in gusting wind conditions.

This incident is documented in NTSB report ANC23LA037. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N4231Z.

Accident Details

Date
Saturday, May 20, 2023
NTSB Number
ANC23LA037
Location
Hunter Creek, AK
Event ID
20230522192219
Coordinates
61.443797, -148.700700
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 loss of directional control during takeoff roll in gusting wind conditions.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
PIPER
Serial Number
18-8457
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Model / ICAO
PA-18-150PA18
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1

Data Source

Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ANC23LA037