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Pilot Aborts Landing After Bounce, Airplane Veers Off Runway and Strikes Trees (N6893B)

Bethel, AK, US

On July 29, 2001, a Piper PA-18-150 (registration N6893B) was involved in an aviation accident near Bethel, AK. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing. A factor associated with the accident was a crosswind. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 2026-07-04Data APIEditorial standards

During a crosswind landing, a commercial pilot and passenger experienced a bounce. The pilot added full power to abort, but the airplane veered right, exited the runway, struck trees, and sustained substantial damage.

Accident Overview

A certificated commercial pilot, accompanied by one passenger, was conducting a landing to the northwest. The landing required a correction for a strong left crosswind. As the airplane touched down, it bounced. The pilot then added full engine power to abort the landing.

Sequence of Events

Following the application of full power, the airplane veered to the right. It departed the right side of the runway, and the right wing struck a stand of trees. The airplane then rolled down an embankment.

Aircraft Damage

The accident resulted in substantial damage to both wings, the fuselage, and the empennage.

Pilot Statement

The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical anomalies with the airplane.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 29 Jul 2001 Piper PA-18-150 accident near Bethel, AK?

During a crosswind landing, a commercial pilot and passenger experienced a bounce. The pilot added full power to abort, but the airplane veered right, exited the runway, struck trees, and sustained substantial damage.

Were there any fatalities in the 29 Jul 2001 Piper PA-18-150 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 29 Jul 2001 involved a Piper PA-18-150, registration N6893B, at Bethel, AK.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The pilot's inadequate recovery from a bounced landing. A factor associated with the accident was a crosswind.

More accident analyses

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20010816X01712. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.