Aviation Accident Summary ANC12CA052

Willow, AK, USA

Aircraft #1

N1203A

PIPER PA-18

Analysis

The pilot reported that he was landing a tailwheel-equipped airplane on a rough and uneven, off-airport site into bright sunlight. Upon landing, the airplane bounced, the pilot lost control, and the airplane impacted terrain. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the wings. The pilot indicated there were no preaccident anomalies with the airplane.

Factual Information

The pilot reported that he was landing a tailwheel-equipped airplane on a rough and uneven, off-airport site, in bright sunlight. Upon landing he bounced, lost control, and impacted terrain. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the wings. The pilot indicated there were no preaccident anomalies with the airplane.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's decision to land on an unsuitable landing surface into bright sunlight, which resulted in a loss of control.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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