N1258V

Substantial
None

CESSNA R172KS/N: R1722154

Accident Details

Date
Saturday, February 17, 2024
NTSB Number
ANC24LA015
Location
Trapper Creek, AK
Event ID
20240220193818
Coordinates
62.493162, -150.769180
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 exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack while maneuvering at low altitude, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall; loss of airplane control; and impact with terrain.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
CESSNA
Serial Number
R1722154
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Model / ICAO
R172KC172
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
4
FAA Model
R172K

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
SUTTON AIRCRAFT SALVAGE LLC
Address
13500 E JENSEN AVE
City
PALMER
State / Zip Code
AK 99645-9430
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# ANC24LA015