ASN Wikibase Occurrence # 295871
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| Date: | Friday 16 May 2003 |
| Time: | 09:00 LT |
| Type: |  Piper PA-18-160 |
| Owner/operator: | Private |
| Registration: | N9877D |
| MSN: | 186899 |
| Total airframe hrs: | 10550 hours |
| Engine model: | Lycoming O-320A2B |
| Fatalities: | Fatalities: 0 / Occupants: 1 |
| Aircraft damage: | Substantial |
| Category: | Accident |
| Location: | Aniak, Alaska -
 United States of America
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| Phase: | Unknown |
| Nature: | Private |
| Departure airport: | Aniak, AK |
| Investigating agency: | NTSB |
| Confidence Rating: |  Accident investigation report completed and information captured |
The pilot reported he flew low over a spot to check its suitability for landing. While making the low pass, his attention was diverted to adjusting his seatback cushion, and the right tire inadvertently struck the ground. The right main landing gear separated from the airplane, and the airplane impacted the ground.
Probable Cause: The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from terrain while maneuvering, which resulted in the airplane colliding with terrain. A factor contributing to the accident was the pilot's diverted attention.
Accident investigation:
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Sources:
NTSB ANC03LA049
Revision history:
| Date/time | Contributor | Updates |
|---|---|---|
| 13-Oct-2022 13:51 | ASN Update Bot | Added |
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