N27293PIPER PA-18-1352025-07-11 NTSB Accident Report

Substantial
None

PIPER PA-18-135S/N: 18-3367

Summary

On July 11, 2025, a Piper PA-18-135 (N27293) was involved in an incident near Palmer, 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 excessive braking during the landing roll, resulting in a nose over. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s decision to continue the landing after determining the landing area was unsuitable.

This incident is documented in NTSB report ANC25LA073. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N27293.

Accident Details

Date
Friday, July 11, 2025
NTSB Number
ANC25LA073
Location
Palmer, AK
Event ID
20250713200520
Coordinates
61.410000, -148.560000
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 excessive braking during the landing roll, resulting in a nose over. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s decision to continue the landing after determining the landing area was unsuitable.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
PIPER
Serial Number
18-3367
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1954
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
MARTENSEN MARTEN
Address
12520 GINAMI ST
City
ANCHORAGE
State / Zip Code
AK 99516-3348
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# ANC25LA073