N34VVCESSNA 1852023-09-12 NTSB Accident Report

Substantial
None

CESSNA 185S/N: 185-0036

Summary

On September 12, 2023, a Cessna 185 (N34VV) was involved in an incident near Healy, 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 selection of an unsuitable landing site, resulting in a nose over.

This incident is documented in NTSB report ANC23LA075. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N34VV.

Accident Details

Date
Tuesday, September 12, 2023
NTSB Number
ANC23LA075
Location
Healy, AK
Event ID
20230913193057
Coordinates
64.160000, -148.300000
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 a nose over.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
CESSNA
Serial Number
185-0036
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1961
Model / ICAO
185C185
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
6
FAA Model
185

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
WATTUM INVESTMENTS LLC
Address
PO BOX 8955
City
KODIAK
State / Zip Code
AK 99615-8955
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# ANC23LA075