13 Sep 2014: PIPER PA 18-150 A150 — ADAMS GUIDING SERVICE

13 Sep 2014: PIPER PA 18-150 A150 — ADAMS GUIDING SERVICE

No fatalities • Aniak, AK, United States

Probable cause

The pilot's inability to maintain directional control of the airplane resulting in a separation of the wheel axle, resulting in a collision with terrain.

— NTSB Determination

Accident narrative

The pilot was landing in a tailwheel-equipped airplane at a remote, rough and uneven off-airport site, which required a correction for a 15 to 20 mph left crosswind. He stated that during the landing roll the wind pushed the airplane to the left, which resulted in a side load on the main landing gear, and the right main landing gear wheel axle separated. The right wing subsequently struck the ground, sustaining substantial damage. The pilot reported no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

Contributing factors

  • Effect on operation
  • cause Directional control — Not attained/maintained

Conditions

Weather
VMC, wind 120/15kt, vis 10sm

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