Accident Details
Date
Friday, April 25, 2025
NTSB Number
ANC25LA036
Location
North Pole, AK
Event ID
20250501200094
Coordinates
64.710847, -147.191660
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
Minor
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
1
Uninjured
0
Total Aboard
1
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot's failure to maintain obstacle clearance which resulted in an in-flight collision with a tree. Contributing to the accident was his impairment from the effects of alcohol consumption.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
SIPES BRIAN S
Address
860 REFINERY LOOP
City
NORTH POLE
State / Zip Code
AK 99705-7901
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# ANC25LA036