What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1997-09-16 involved a Piper PA-22, registration N5840Z, operated by Emory M. Strong, at Northway, AK.

Tailwheel Airplane Ground Loops During Landing on Asphalt Runway (N5840Z)

On September 16, 1997, a Piper PA-22 (registration N5840Z) operated by Emory M. Strong was involved in an aviation accident near Northway, AK. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing. A factor in the accident was the pilot's lack of familiarity with the airplane. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

A pilot with limited experience in the make and model experienced a ground loop while landing a tailwheel airplane on an asphalt runway, resulting in damage to multiple left-side components.

Accident Overview

A pilot was landing a tailwheel, tundra tire equipped airplane on an asphalt runway. The pilot intended to perform a wheel landing. During the landing roll, the airplane ground looped and departed the right side of the runway.

Damage Sustained

The airplane received damage to the left wing spars, left aileron, left horizontal stabilizer, and left elevator.

Pilot Experience

The pilot indicated he had accrued a total of 3 hours in the accident airplane make and model.

Additional Details

No further information was provided regarding the date, location, aircraft registration, or other circumstances of the accident. The investigation did not assign a probable cause.

1997-09-16: Piper PA-22 (N5840Z) — Emory M. Strong — Northway, AK