N97438

Substantial
None

STINSON 108-8S/N: 108-438

Accident Details

Date
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
NTSB Number
ANC25LA058
Location
Alexander Creek, AK
Event ID
20250630200420
Coordinates
61.421067, -150.585830
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 airplane control during final approach. Contributing to the accident was the airplane’s encounter with a downdraft that led to a rapid loss of altitude.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
STINSON
Serial Number
108-438
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1946
Model / ICAO
108-8S108
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
4
FAA Model
108

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
REGISTRATION PENDING
Address
22650 SHERMAN ST
City
CHUGIAK
State / Zip Code
AK 99567
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# ANC25LA058