The pilot's decision to land on unsuitable terrain.
N5942H
1949 PIPER PA-16
Fixed wing single engine · Reciprocating · Standard
3 NTSB records
for this tail number, including substantial damage. See the full record below.
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Transponder & Tracking
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NTSB Accident & Incident Record
Mar 17, 2013
Accident
Substantial Big Lake, AK
InjuriesNone
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsVMC
OperationFAR 091
Probable Cause
NTSB ANC13CA034
Jul 20, 2005
Accident
Substantial Park City, MT
InjuriesNone
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsVMC
OperationFAR 091
Probable Cause
The failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane on the takeoff roll. Factors contributing to the accident included the loose gravel, ditch, and the fence.
NTSB SEA05CA148
Jun 15, 2002
Accident
Substantial Umpqua, OR
InjuriesNone
Phase of Flight-
ConditionsVMC
OperationFAR 091
Probable Cause
The pilot's failure to adequately compensate for unfavorable wind conditions and maintain clearance from the terrain during an attempted VFR go-around. Factors include an encounter with unfavorable wind conditions during the landing flare and the attempted go-around.
NTSB SEA02LA102