On August 20, 1994, a Piper PA-18 (registration N94FB) operated by Deda, Charles V. was involved in an aviation accident near Koliganek, AK. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE PILOT'S INADEQUATE IN-FLIGHT PLANNING AND FAILURE TO ATTAIN A TOUCHDOWN POINT IN THE LANDING AREA. AN OBSTACLE (TREE) IN THE LANDING AREA WAS A FACTOR IN THE ACCIDENT. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
During a hunting-related cross-country flight, a pilot attempted a go-around after landing on a remote tundra strip, striking a 20-foot tree with the left wing and landing gear.
Incident Overview
A pilot and a passenger were completing a personal cross-country flight for the purpose of hunting. The pilot planned a landing in a remote area of tundra in an airplane equipped with large tundra tires. The pilot estimated the landing area to be about 600 feet long.
Sequence of Events
The pilot landed in about the middle of the area but then decided to perform a go-around. Upon adding full power, the left wing and left landing gear struck about a 20-foot high tree. After the impact, the pilot landed and discovered that the intended landing area was 400 feet long.
Investigation Notes
The investigation did not provide any further details regarding the aircraft type, registration, or other circumstantial factors. No analysis or causal factors were offered in the source material.
What happened in the 20 Aug 1994 Piper PA-18 accident near Koliganek, AK?
During a hunting-related cross-country flight, a pilot attempted a go-around after landing on a remote tundra strip, striking a 20-foot tree with the left wing and landing gear.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 20 Aug 1994 involved a Piper PA-18, registration N94FB, operated by Deda, Charles V., at Koliganek, AK.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
THE PILOT'S INADEQUATE IN-FLIGHT PLANNING AND FAILURE TO ATTAIN A TOUCHDOWN POINT IN THE LANDING AREA. AN OBSTACLE (TREE) IN THE LANDING AREA WAS A FACTOR IN THE ACCIDENT.
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