N27293

Substantial
None

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

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