On August 22, 2011, a PIPER PA-18-150 operated by Kevin Hochstetler was involved in an aviation accident near Emmett, ID. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A pilot reported that after an uneventful landing, the tailwheel airplane bounced, settled in a two-point landing configuration, then veered right and ground looped, exiting the runway. The left wing sustained structural damage.
Incident Details
A pilot reported that following an uneventful landing in a tailwheel-equipped airplane, the airplane bounced and settled back onto the runway in a two-point landing configuration. Subsequently, the airplane suddenly veered to the right. Despite the pilot's control inputs, the airplane ground looped and exited the right side of the runway.
Aircraft Damage
Examination of the airplane by the pilot revealed that the left wing sustained structural damage.
Mechanical Conditions
The pilot reported no mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Contributing factors
Directional control — Not attained/maintainedPilot
What happened in the 22 Aug 2011 PIPER PA-18-150 accident near Emmett, ID?
A pilot reported that after an uneventful landing, the tailwheel airplane bounced, settled in a two-point landing configuration, then veered right and ground looped, exiting the runway. The left wing sustained structural damage.
Were there any fatalities in the 22 Aug 2011 PIPER PA-18-150 accident?
No fatalities were recorded in this accident.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 22 Aug 2011 involved a PIPER PA-18-150, operated by Kevin Hochstetler, at Emmett, ID.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing.
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