N55PTPIPER PA-18-1352025-06-28 NTSB Accident Report

Substantial
None

PIPER PA-18-135S/N: 18-2675

Summary

On June 28, 2025, a Piper PA-18-135 (N55PT) was involved in an incident near Chenega, 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 landing in gusting and variable wind conditions.

This incident is documented in NTSB report ANC25LA066. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N55PT.

Accident Details

Date
Saturday, June 28, 2025
NTSB Number
ANC25LA066
Location
Chenega, AK
Event ID
20250707200478
Coordinates
60.050046, -147.908220
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 landing in gusting and variable wind conditions.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
PIPER
Serial Number
18-2675
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1953
Model / ICAO
PA-18-135PA18
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
2
FAA Model
PA-18-135

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
DEJULIA THOMAS A
Address
PO BOX 456
City
SEWARD
State / Zip Code
AK 99664-0456
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# ANC25LA066