Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary ANC11CA113

Talkeetna, AK, USA

Aircraft #1

N2945M

PIPER PA-12

Analysis

The pilot reported that, during the takeoff roll from an off-airport site, the wind shifted to a tailwind. He attempted to abort the takeoff but was unable to before the airplane reached the end of the runway. The airplane contacted the ground and nosed over, resulting in substantial damage to the left wing strut. The pilot noted that there were no preaccident mechanical anomalies with the airplane.

Factual Information

The pilot reported that, during the takeoff roll from an off-airport site, the wind shifted to a tailwind. He attempted to stop the takeoff but was unable to stop the airplane before reaching the end of the runway. The airplane contacted terrain and nosed over, resulting in substantial damage to the left wing strut. The pilot noted that there were no preaccident mechanical anomalies with the airplane.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s decision to take off from an off-airport site in variable wind.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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