# FAA incident reports: Piper PA-18-125 A list on [Piper PA-18-125](https://openairdocs.org/model/piper-pa-18-125.md). Matched to the registry by N-number and event date, newest first. Page 1 of 2 · 74 reports - [Accident 20260530005839A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260530005839A.md): Piper PA-18-125 · Fairbanks, AK · May 30, 2026 · N1888A · Substantial damage > Landed on a riverbank. During rollout, left tire hit a depression in the sand, the pilot subsesqentialy lost control of the airplane which nosed over on the propeller and came to rest upside down. - [Accident 20171129022329A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20171129022329A.md): Piper PA-18-125 · Tatitna, AK · Nov 29, 2017 · N1386A · Substantial damage > The pilot was doing a test landing to determine the depth and drag of the snow. Upon the first pass and initial touchdown there was excessive and unforeseen drag on the gear due to the nature and depth of the snow resulting in the event where the aircraft… - [Accident 20170208007499A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20170208007499A.md): Piper PA-18-125 · Soldotna, AK · Feb 8, 2017 · N1268A · Substantial damage > Statement from pilot- Pilot departed private airstrip at 1435 and flew towards kenai river and made a right hand turn. At this time the pilot reported that she experienced a control lock and could not return controls to the neutral position. Elevator and… - [Accident 20121020023449A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20121020023449A.md): Piper PA-18-125 · Cordova, AK · Oct 20, 2012 · N3360P · Substantial damage > The pilot lined up with the small dirt strip, on roll out the sun blocked some of the visibility through the windscreen. At 400 feet down the strip the right wing tip contacted an alder brush which forced the aircraft to ground loop. The aircraft swung around… - [Accident 20110506013959A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110506013959A.md): Piper PA-18-125 · Cordova, AK · May 6, 2011 · N1129A · Substantial damage > Pilot reported hitting a sinker (wind downdraft) seconds before touching down during a beach landing at okalee spit 53 miles se of Cordova. Pilot stated flaps were at full and he added power but the aircraft continued to descend and then impact the ground.… - [Accident 20091103051279A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20091103051279A.md): Piper PA-18-125 · Palmer, AK · Nov 3, 2009 · N1042A · Substantial damage > According to the pilot, the aircraft hit a rock on take off which subsequently collapsed the aircrafts main landing gear causing substantial damage. The purpose of the flight was a hunting trip. The accident occurred in the Lake George/knik glacier area. - [Accident 20090918025619A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20090918025619A.md): Piper PA-18-125 · Nabesna, AK · Sep 18, 2009 · N1169A · Substantial damage > Pilot was departing river bar with one passenger. Winds were light but shifting. After liftoff pilot realized that wind had shifted and was now a tailwind. Aircraft began to settle. Pilot realized the aircraft was not going to clear obstacles ahead and… - [Accident 20080517835349A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20080517835349A.md): Piper PA18125 · Anchorage, AK · May 17, 2008 · N1912A · Substantial damage > (-23) On landing runway 25 at mri the pilot was unable to control the aircraft. The aircraft veered off the runway, hit both wings and the engine of the aircraft as the aircraft nosed over. The aircraft came to rest on its wheels with the engine on the ground… - [Accident 20071024824559A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20071024824559A.md): Piper PA18125 · Pilot Point, AK · Oct 24, 2007 · N1602A · Substantial damage > (-23) According to the Pilot, while landing to the east on a gravel strip near dog salmon river lodge, the wind shifted direction from a strong gusty left crosswind to a strong gusty right crosswind causing the Pilot to lose control of the aircraft. The left… - [Incident 20060523008229I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20060523008229I.md): Piper PA18125 · Chigagoft Bay, AK · May 23, 2006 · N1386A · Minor damage > (-23) Pilot and 1 pax took off in 30KT gusty right hand crosswind on a sloped beach. After take off pilot encountered wind gust that drifted airplane over the water where it failed to gain altitude and subsequently landed in the water and flipped over. Both… - [Incident 20040818022169I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20040818022169I.md): Piper PA18125 · Erie, CO · Aug 18, 2004 · N1334A · Minor damage > (-23) Pilot stated the aircraft swerved while attempting to take off at Erie 48V. The aircraft hit a runway sign breaking the left main landing gear. - [Accident 20030923036399A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20030923036399A.md): Piper PA18125 · Tanana, AK · Sep 23, 2003 · N1386A · Substantial damage > (-23) Pilot stated that 20 knot winds and low level turbulence at tree-top level, light winds with occasional gusts at the surface caused the left wing to rise. The pilot elected to abort the landing, applied left aileron and full power to go around. Unable… - [Accident 20020702016729A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020702016729A.md): Piper PA18125 · Talkeetna, AK · Jul 2, 2002 · N1129A · No damage > (-23) On July 2, 2002, a float equipped Piper PA-18-125, aircraft N1129A, registered to and piloted by william j. fitzgerald was involved in an aircraft near sheep river, Alaska. According to the pilot he and his observer, seth cameron, were looking for an… - [Accident 20020613011529A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020613011529A.md): Piper PA18125 · Fairbanks, AK · Jun 13, 2002 · N1888A · No damage > (.19) On June 13, 2002, about 0815 Alaska daylight time, a tundra tire-equipped Piper PA-18 airplane, N1888A, sustained substantial damage during landing at the Fairbanks international airport, Fairbanks, Alaska. The airplane was being operated as a visual… - [Incident 20020506007559I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020506007559I.md): Piper PA18125 · Los Banos, CA · May 6, 2002 · N1233A · Minor damage > (-23) Both pilots indicated that upon landing on runway 32, at Los Banos airport, Mr. Decker, who was flying, landed hard and bounced into the air. A gust of wind caught the aircraft from the left and they landed on the right main. The aircraft began to… - [Accident 20000902042319A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000902042319A.md): Piper PA18125 · Mcgrath, AK · Sep 2, 2000 · N10572 · Substantial damage > (-23) On September 2, 2000, about 0800 Alaska daylight time, a Piper PA-18 tundra tire equipped airplane, N10572, sustained substantial damage when it collided with terrain during takeoff from an off airport gravel bar about 86 miles east-southeast of… - [Accident 20000829042339A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000829042339A.md): Piper PA18125 · Port Heiden, AK · Aug 29, 2000 · N125FG · Substantial damage > (-23) As per standard fish and game procedures, pilot flew up to the head of the canyon, turned and proceeded to descend and fly downstream in order to count fish. The pilot decided to abort the mission due to strong gusty winds. A down draft forced the… - [Incident 20000513034029I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000513034029I.md): Piper PA18125 · Kodiak, AK · May 13, 2000 · N125FG · Minor damage > (-23)Aircraft landed at Kodiak, cleared for touch and go. Aircraft rolled approx 200 yds and right wheel strut folded under. Pilot stated crosswind was also a factor. - [Accident 19991128040319A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19991128040319A.md): Piper PA18125 · Afton, WY · Nov 28, 1999 · N1132A · No damage > (-23) Pilot departed airport in cold foggy weather with possible icing condition. Probable loss of control after takeoff. - [Accident 19990813012039A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990813012039A.md): Piper PA18125 · Anchorage, AK · Aug 13, 1999 · N1386A · Substantial damage > (Tty) acft ground looped on takeoff. (.19) on August 13, 1999, about 1705 Alaska daylight time, a tundra tire equipped Piper PA-18 airplane, N1386A, sustained substantial damage during takeoff from the Anchorage International Airport, Anchorage, Alaska. The… - [Incident 19990720025109I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990720025109I.md): Piper PA18125 · Pasco, WA · Jul 20, 1999 · N1855A · Minor damage > (-23) Flight instructor failed to initiate appropriate corrective action resulting in propeller striking the asphalt. - [Accident 19990605046759A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990605046759A.md): Piper PA18125 · Ekwok, AK · Jun 5, 1999 · N1195A · No damage > (-23) On June 5, 1999 about 1200 Alaska daylight time, a tundra tire equipped Piper PA-18 airplane, N1195A, sustained substantial damage while landing at a fishing lodge, about 2.5 miles southwest of Ekwok, Alaska. The pilot stated he was landing on the… - [Incident 19990222012589I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990222012589I.md): Piper STCPA18 · Craig, CO · Feb 22, 1999 · N1106A · Minor damage > Pilot blain tucker was demonstrating emergency landings with a blown tire on right side. His boot's heel was on the brake on the right side when he sat the right tire down. The a/c started to ground loop off the runway, and hit the left elevator, causing… - [Accident 19980709023889A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980709023889A.md): Piper PA18125 · Palmer, AK · Jul 9, 1998 · N1602A · Substantial damage > Tundra tires. Landed on remote strip. Hit a ditch. Nosed down. Wind pushed tail over. (From.4) the certificated private pilot landed in a remote, off-airport area. After landing, he was taxiing toward a takeoff position, and the main landing gear entered a… - [Accident 19970626016009A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970626016009A.md): Piper PA18125 · Birchwood, AK · Jun 26, 1997 · N1386A · Substantial damage > Lost power on climbout. Turned back landed in trees. Fuel selector o ring split. No detenies. Water in magas fuel. - [Accident 19961109035019A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19961109035019A.md): Piper PA18125 · Westcliffe, CO · Nov 9, 1996 · N1334A · Substantial damage > Aircraft flipped over on landing. - [Incident 19960930033409I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960930033409I.md): Piper PA18125 · Wasilla, AK · Sep 30, 1996 · N1602A · Minor damage > Narrative: while practicing touch and go's at new Wasilla Airport, pilot heard loud bang on take off, observed right MLG handing down, contacted a pilot/mechanic on the ground and discussed best landing technique. Pilot made successful landing with very minor… - [Accident 19950602037879A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950602037879A.md): Piper PA18150 · Sand Point, AK · Jun 2, 1995 · N125FG · Substantial damage > Landed tundra tire equipped PA180N paved runway. Veered sharply collapsing left gear. Anticastor malajusted. - [Incident 19941022043209I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19941022043209I.md): Piper PA18125 · Livermore, CA · Oct 22, 1994 · N1233A > Lost power en route. Safe off airport landing. Engine had swallowed NR1 cylinder exhaust valve. - [Accident 19921230051969A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19921230051969A.md): Piper PA18125 · Herald, CA · Dec 30, 1992 · N3872C · Substantial damage > Impacted in open field after developing high sink rate on final. Landing gear hit bystander. No solo endorsement. - [Accident 19920105000869A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920105000869A.md): Piper PA18125 · Ashby, NE · Jan 5, 1992 · N1217A · Substantial damage · 2 fatal > On search for hunters. Dived over hunters. Pulled up vertical stalled and spun to ground. - [Accident 19911026048089A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19911026048089A.md): Piper PA18125 · Talkeetna, AK · Oct 26, 1991 · N1887A · Substantial damage > Stalled on approach to gravel bar. Wing hit surface and aircraft flipped over. - [Incident 19910821041499I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19910821041499I.md): Piper PA18125 · Northway, AK · Aug 21, 1991 · N1896A · Minor damage > Pilot lost directional control on landing when left wing came up. Right wheel hub then failed. - [Accident 19910813033959A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19910813033959A.md): Piper PA18125 · Eagle River, AK · Aug 13, 1991 · N1017A · Substantial damage > Floatplane encountered downdraft after water takeoff. Settled onto lake sideways and knocked off floats. - [Accident 19910413010629A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19910413010629A.md): Piper PA18125 · Ekalaka, MT · Apr 13, 1991 · N1322A · Substantial damage > Unable to return to private strip due weather,diverted to airport. Runway snowed in. Used road. Slid into a ditch. - [Incident 19900928051319I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900928051319I.md): Piper PA18125 · Hampton, OR · Sep 28, 1990 · N1855A · Minor damage > Landed on private road. Right gear hit rock and gear collapsed. - [Incident 19900606030879I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900606030879I.md): Piper PA18125 · Tremonton, UT · Jun 6, 1990 · N1249A · Minor damage > Lost directional control on a crosswind landing. Veered off runway. Main landing gear collapsed. - [Accident 19900507014849A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900507014849A.md): Piper PA18125 · Rogerson, ID · May 7, 1990 · N1011A · Destroyed · 1 fatal > Wing struck a tent and a pickup in camp area. Aircraft flipped into lake and sank. - [Incident 19900428019269I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900428019269I.md): Piper PA18125 · El Monte, CA · Apr 28, 1990 · N1851A · Minor damage > Lost directional control on landing. Wind gust caused pilot to ground loop. Veered off runway. Hit a fence. - [Incident 19900204031749I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900204031749I.md): Piper PA18125 · Oswego, MT · Feb 4, 1990 · N1197A · Minor damage > Pilot failed to see powerline crossing a road and struck that powerline during landing on road. - [Accident 19890807032569A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890807032569A.md): Piper PA18125 · Ekalaka, MT · Aug 7, 1989 · N1322A · Substantial damage > Landed on a ranch road and overshot clear area striking a gate post with left wing. - [Incident 19890714040089I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890714040089I.md): Piper PA18125 · Hannah, ND · Jul 14, 1989 · N1385A · Minor damage > Brief power loss. Elected to land in field even though power returned. Wing hit fence post. No engine defects found - [Incident 19890227023159I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890227023159I.md): Piper PA18125 · Hollywood, FL · Feb 27, 1989 · N9663H > Aircraft flown in reckless manner at low altitude over residential area. Occupants were intoxicated. - [Accident 19880203001819A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880203001819A.md): Piper PA18125 · Brighton, CO · Feb 3, 1988 · N1153A · Destroyed · 1 fatal > After buzzing area, pilot dived aircraft vertically into gound impact. Left note, was unhappy with life. - [Accident 19871001058559A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19871001058559A.md): Piper PA18125 · Miles City, MT · Oct 1, 1987 · N1377A · Substantial damage · 1 fatal > Near vertical crash in a blind canyon. Pilot was checking for stray cattle. - [Incident 19870405008529I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870405008529I.md): Piper PA18125 · Ft Lauderdale, FL · Apr 5, 1987 · N9663H · Minor damage > Forced landing in ocean after engine quit, suspect fuel exhaustion. - [Incident 19860606041619I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860606041619I.md): Piper PA18125 · Yakutat, AK · Jun 6, 1986 · N1868A · Minor damage > During rollout after landing, directional control was lost and aircraft groundlooped. - [Accident 19850625055149A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19850625055149A.md): Piper PA18125 · Bellevue, WA · Jun 25, 1985 · N16688 · Substantial damage > Water takeoff with rear control stick fastened full aft by seat belt. Stalled into water where aircraft sank. - [Accident 19850108002159A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19850108002159A.md): Piper PA18125 · Shaktoolik, AK · Jan 8, 1985 · N1912A · Substantial damage > Ski equipped plane struck a snowbank on takeoff. Pilot aborted but struck a fish shack. - [Accident 19841225068349A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19841225068349A.md): Piper PA18125 · Cody, WY · Dec 25, 1984 · N1212A · Substantial damage > Pilot buzzing person on ground struck low hills during a turn. Next page: https://openairdocs.org/model/piper-pa-18-125/incidents.md?page=2 ## The whole list in SQL Runs in DuckDB 1.2 or later on the release's Parquet files over HTTPS: ```sql SELECT report_number, event_date, event_type, city, state, aircraft_make, aircraft_model, aircraft_damage, fatal_injuries, n_number FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_incident_report.parquet' WHERE aircraft_model_code IN ('7101812') ORDER BY event_date DESC, report_number DESC ``` This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/model/piper-pa-18-125/incidents --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). It is not affiliated with the FAA or the NTSB. 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