N8979DPIPER PA-18-1502025-07-11 NTSB Accident Report

Substantial
None

PIPER PA-18-150S/N: 18-7509053

Summary

On July 11, 2025, a Piper PA-18-150 (N8979D) 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.

This incident is documented in NTSB report ANC25LA075. AviatorDB cross-references NTSB investigation data with FAA registry records to provide comprehensive safety information for aircraft N8979D.

Accident Details

Date
Friday, July 11, 2025
NTSB Number
ANC25LA075
Location
Palmer, AK
Event ID
20250715200537
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.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
PIPER
Serial Number
18-7509053
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Year Built
1975
Model / ICAO
PA-18-150PA18
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
2
FAA Model
PA-18-150

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
BURNETT KRIS W
Address
7838 GATE CREEK DR
City
ANCHORAGE
State / Zip Code
AK 99502-4070
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# ANC25LA075