Port Alsworth, AK, USA
N14LD
PIPER PA-18-150
The pilot reported that, after evaluating an off-airport landing site he proceeded with an approach to landing. During the landing rollout, excessive braking was applied and the airplane subsequently nosed-over which resulted in substantial damage to the right wing, right lift strut, vertical stabilizer, and rudder. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or anomalies with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
The pilot’s excessive use of brakes which resulted in a nose-over.
Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database
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