Cordova, AK, USA
N82448
PIPER PA-18-150
The pilot reported that after landing off-airport, a wind gust “picked up” the airplane and “dropped” it to the ground. He noted that the wind at the time of the accident was variable, about 35 kts with gusts to 40 kts. The pilot stated that there were no mechanical failures or malfunctions associated with the airplane before the accident. The airplane sustained damage to the right-wing spars and several wing ribs.
The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane after landing in gusty wind conditions.
Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database
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