N4488Z

Substantial
None

PIPER PA-18-150S/N: 18-8843

Accident Details

Date
Monday, May 29, 2023
NTSB Number
ANC23LA039
Location
Fairbanks, AK
Event ID
20230531192272
Coordinates
64.812800, -147.920700
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
2
Total Aboard
2

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing with a quartering tailwind, which resulted in a water loop and impact with terrain.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
PIPER
Serial Number
18-8843
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1969
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
ALASKA TAILWHEEL LLC
Address
PO BOX 750160
City
FAIRBANKS
State / Zip Code
AK 99775-0160
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# ANC23LA039