Aviation Accident Summaries

Aviation Accident Summary ANC09CA041

Kenai, AK, USA

Aircraft #1

N405TH

PIPER PA-18-150

Analysis

The private pilot reported that after landing at an off-airport site at the conclusion of a personal flight, and while taxiing to parking, the airplane's left wing struck a small tree, damaging the wing. The pilot indicated that there were no preaccident mechanical problems with the airplane.

Factual Information

The private pilot reported that after landing at an off-airport site at the conclusion of a Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight, and while taxiing to parking, the airplane's left wing struck a small tree. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the left wing. The pilot indicated that there were no preaccident mechanical problems with the airplane.

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a tree while taxiing.

 

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

Get all the details on your iPhone or iPad with:

Aviation Accidents App

In-Depth Access to Aviation Accident Reports