On 20 Jul 2015, a CESSNA 150G UNDESIGNAT operated by HARVEY PAUL B was involved in an aviation accident near Mekoryuk, AK. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot's improper decision to land on an unsuitable landing surface which resulted in a nose over. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.
A pilot landing on a remote tidal beach in a tricycle landing gear-equipped airplane reported the nose gear stuck in the sand during rollout, causing the aircraft to nose over. The vertical stabilizer sustained substantial damage. No preaccident mechanical anomalies were noted.
Incident Details
The pilot was conducting a landing on a remote tidal beach in an airplane equipped with tricycle landing gear. According to the pilot's account, after making several passes over the intended landing site, he executed a normal approach and landing. During the landing rollout, the nose gear became stuck in the sand, causing the airplane to nose over.
Damage
The accident resulted in substantial damage to the vertical stabilizer of the aircraft.
Pilot Statement
The pilot stated that there were no preaccident mechanical anomalies with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Contributing factors
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