Casualties unknown

1984-06-14: Champion 7GCBC (N8380V) — Timothy J Buckley — Healy, AK

Healy, AK, US

On June 14, 1984, a Champion 7GCBC (registration N8380V) operated by Timothy J Buckley was involved in an aviation accident near Healy, AK. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

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A pilot reported being unable to keep the aircraft upright during landing on a 600-foot clearing at a remote strip used by hunters. The site lacks wind indicators and has hazards on both sides. The pilot recommended avoiding the location.

Background

The landing strip is located at a remote area frequented by hunters. According to the pilot, the strip has been left in a poor condition by its users, intentionally making the area relatively inaccessible. The pilot noted that this location has been the site of many previous accidents.

Landing Conditions

The runway elevation is 1,200 feet above mean sea level. No wind direction indicators are present at the strip. The terrain features a slight upgrade to the south. The usable area is a 600-foot-long clearing, approximately 40 feet wide. Hazards are present on both sides of the clearing.

Pilot Report

The pilot stated that during the landing roll, he was unable to keep the aircraft right side up. He described hazards on both sides of the narrow clearing. The pilot remarked on the challenging nature of the strip and its unsuitability for landing operations.

Recommendation

Based on his experience, the pilot recommended against landing at this location.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001214X39787. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.