Accident Details
On August 24, 2025, at approximately 0820 Alaska daylight time, a Piper PA-28-180 airplane, registration N7771N, was involved in an accident near Chicken, Alaska. The flight was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight. According to the pilot, the flight had conducted a low pass to inspect the gravel runway at Chicken Airport. During the subsequent climb-out, the engine experienced a partial loss of power accompanied by a vibration. The airplane then impacted terrain about half a mile northwest of the airfield.
Damage and Injuries
The accident resulted in substantial damage to the wings, fuselage, and empennage. The pilot and one passenger sustained minor injuries, while the second passenger was uninjured.
Investigation
The wreckage will be recovered to a secure facility for detailed examination by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). The investigation is pending.