N4NWPIPER PA222024-08-30 NTSB Accident Report

Substantial
None

PIPER PA22S/N: 22-7520

Summary

On August 30, 2024, a Piper PA22 (N4NW) was involved in an incident near Aleknagik, AK. All 3 people 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 clearance from terrain while maneuvering at low altitude.

This incident is documented in NTSB report ANC24LA083. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N4NW.

Accident Details

Date
Friday, August 30, 2024
NTSB Number
ANC24LA083
Location
Aleknagik, AK
Event ID
20240830195025
Coordinates
59.583333, -159.166660
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
3
Total Aboard
3

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from terrain while maneuvering at low altitude.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
PIPER
Serial Number
22-7520
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1960
Model / ICAO
PA22PA22
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
4
FAA Model
PA-22-160

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
ZINK MATTHEW A
Address
PO BOX 1051
City
DILLINGHAM
State / Zip Code
AK 99576-1051
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# ANC24LA083