Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary ANC08CA109

Talkeetna, AK, USA

Aircraft #1

N8433D

Piper PA-20/22

Analysis

Same as Factual Information

Factual Information

The airline transport pilot was landing at an off airport site under Title 14, CFR Part 91, when the accident occurred. The pilot said during the landing roll the airplane encountered brush, resulting in substantial damage to the left horizontal stabilizer and wingtip. According to the pilot, there were no known mechanical problems with the airplane prior to the accident.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from brush during the landing roll.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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