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STINSON 108-8 accident at Alexander Creek, AK, 25 Jun 2025

Alexander Creek, AK, United States

On June 25, 2025, a STINSON 108-8 was involved in an aviation accident near Alexander Creek, AK. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during final approach. Contributing to the accident was the airplane’s encounter with a downdraft that led to a rapid loss of altitude. This summary draws on records from NTSB.

SourcesNTSBPrimary reportUpdated 2026-08-03Data APIEditorial standards

Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during final approach. Contributing to the accident was the airplane’s encounter with a downdraft that led to a rapid loss of altitude.

— NTSB Determination

Contributing factors

PilotEffect on operationAttain/maintain not possible

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