On September 6, 2007, a Piper/cub Crafters PA-18 (registration N384CC) was involved in an aviation accident near Umiat, AK. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in an on ground encounter with terrain, and a nose over. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A tailwheel-equipped airplane nosed over after veering left during an off-airport landing, entering a ditch with large rocks. The pilot applied full right rudder but could not correct the veer.
Accident Description
A tailwheel-equipped airplane experienced a loss of directional control while landing at an off-airport site. After touchdown, the airplane veered left. The pilot attempted to correct the veer by applying full right rudder, but the airplane continued left, departed the landing site, and entered a ditch containing large rocks. The airplane subsequently nosed over, resulting in structural damage to both left wing lift struts.
Aircraft and Operator Information
The flight was conducted under Title 14, CFR Part 91 as a personal flight. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical anomalies with the airplane. No further details about the aircraft or operator were provided in the investigation source.
Investigation Details
The investigation documented the sequence of events as reported by the pilot. No analysis or probable cause has been stated in the source. The damage was limited to the left wing lift struts.