N1755PPIPER PA-18-1502023-09-16 NTSB Accident Report

Substantial
None

PIPER PA-18-150S/N: 18-4075

Summary

On September 16, 2023, a Piper PA-18-150 (N1755P) was involved in an incident near Mcgrath, 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 failure to maintain directional control during after encountering a wind gust during landing that resulted in an impact with terrain.

This incident is documented in NTSB report ANC23LA083. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N1755P.

Accident Details

Date
Saturday, September 16, 2023
NTSB Number
ANC23LA083
Location
McGrath, AK
Event ID
20230920193106
Coordinates
62.946312, -155.528450
Nearest Airport
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 failure to maintain directional control during after encountering a wind gust during landing that resulted in an impact with terrain.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
PIPER
Serial Number
18-4075
Engine Type
Reciprocating
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
BRYAN EDGAR A II
Address
PO BOX 56011
City
NORTH POLE
State / Zip Code
AK 99705-1011
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# ANC23LA083