Three Forks, MT, USA
N82479
PIPER PA-18-150
The pilot in the tailwheel equipped airplane reported that, during the landing, the airplane bounced, and he was unable to maintain directional control. The airplane departed the runway and impacted a berm. The right wing impacted the ground and was substantially damaged. The pilot reported that there were no mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
The pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a loss of directional control, runway excursion and impact with terrain.
Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database
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