# NTSB investigations: Piper PA-18-150

NTSB aviation accident and incident investigations since 1962: the probable cause, findings, aircraft, crew, weather and docket of each, linked to the FAA registry and the FAA’s own reports.

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## Cases, newest first

- [NTSB ANC11CA005](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC11CA005.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Clear, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 23, 2010 · N40283 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to water/ice in the fuel system.
- [NTSB WPR11CA072](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11CA072.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Pullman, WA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 4, 2010 · N4100Z · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's delayed application of carburetor heat while maneuvering, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power.
- [NTSB WPR11CA040](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11CA040.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Carnation, WA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 3, 2010 · N4389Z · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to attain the proper touchdown point during a practice off-airport landing.
- [NTSB ANC10CA103](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC10CA103.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Anchorage, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 29, 2010 · N6819L · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for an off-airport landing, resulting in the airplane nosing over.
- [NTSB WPR10CA469](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10CA469.md): Piper PA-18-150 · White Sulphur Springs, MT · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 24, 2010 · N4036E · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during a go-around in turbulent wind conditions, which resulted in a collision with trees.
- [NTSB ANC10CA097](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC10CA097.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Skwentna, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 21, 2010 · N24P · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's rapid application of throttle and carburetor heat causing the engine to hesitate and lose power during takeoff following an aborted landing.
- [NTSB ANC10CA095](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC10CA095.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Coal Creek, AK · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 17, 2010 · N9764P · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing.
- [NTSB ANC10LA094](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC10LA094.md): Piper PA-18 · Dillingham, AK · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 16, 2010 · N9699P · 2 aircraft · Substantial damage
  > Both pilots’ failure to see and avoid each other during initial climb, resulting in a midair collision. Contributing to the accident was the pilot of N9699P’s inability to use his airplane's radio for air traffic advisories.
- [NTSB ANC10CA096](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC10CA096.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Chicken, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 9, 2010 · N83395 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's decision to fly at a low altitude in terrain and weather conditions conducive to turbulence and downdrafts.
- [NTSB ANC10CA088](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC10CA088.md): Piper PA-18-160 · Arctic Village, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 6, 2010 · N9128D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during an off-airport landing.
- [NTSB ANC10CA077](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC10CA077.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Wasilla, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 27, 2010 · N9730P · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing, resulting in a runway excursion and nose over.
- [NTSB CEN10CA473](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10CA473.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Watkins, CO · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 5, 2010 · N8576Y · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during the landing, resulting in a ground-loop.
- [NTSB WPR10TA335](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10TA335.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Dillon, MT · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Jul 5, 2010 · N6110A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing.
- [NTSB ANC10CA039](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC10CA039.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Cape Yakataga, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 6, 2010 · N90918 · Substantial damage
  > The uncertificated pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing site, resulting in a main landing gear collapse during the landing roll.
- [NTSB ANC10CA037](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC10CA037.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Port Moller, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 6, 2010 · N3774Z · Substantial damage
  > The loss of the left rudder cable retaining bolt during base to final turn, resulting in a loss of control and impact with terrain.
- [NTSB WPR10CA203](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10CA203.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Taft, CA · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 11, 2010 · N2887P · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's loss of control during takeoff upon encountering a strong wind gust.
- [NTSB ANC10TA028](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC10TA028.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Stony River, AK · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Apr 3, 2010 · N82732 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during taxi from landing, which resulted in the airplane sliding into trees.
- [NTSB WPR10CA167](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10CA167.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Okanogan, WA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 17, 2010 · N4425Z · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a fence at the end of the runway.
- [NTSB ANC10TA017](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC10TA017.md): Piper PA-18-150 · King Cove, AK · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Feb 11, 2010 · N278Z · Substantial damage
  > A total loss of engine power due to the pilot's failure to use carburetor heat in conditions conducive to carburetor ice.
- [NTSB WPR10CA071](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10CA071.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Stockton, CA · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 28, 2009 · N83516 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot’s inadequate compensation for a crosswind condition.
- [NTSB ANC10CA008](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC10CA008.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Anchorage, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 14, 2009 · N3797Z · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's decision to land and attempt to takeoff from an unsuitable off-airport site.
- [NTSB WPR10CA049](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10CA049.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Lewiston, ID · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 1, 2009 · N82213 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's delayed decision to execute a go-around in gusting winds and with up-sloping terrain.
- [NTSB CEN10CA038](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10CA038.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Three Lakes, WI · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 1, 2009 · N4070Z · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's improper flare and touchdown during the water landing.
- [NTSB WPR10CA030](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10CA030.md): Piper PA18 · Chandler, AZ · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 24, 2009 · N83281 · Substantial damage
  > The student pilot's failure to maintain directional control while landing.
- [NTSB CEN10CA013](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10CA013.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Bingham, NE · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Oct 9, 2009 · N54750 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's impairment due to alcohol consumption and failure to maintain aircraft control.
- [NTSB ANC09CA101](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09CA101.md): Piper PA-18-180 · Tok, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 17, 2009 · N874SC · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of an unsuitable landing/takeoff area, resulting in a runway excursion and a nose over during takeoff.
- [NTSB ANC09CA094](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09CA094.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Fairbanks, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 7, 2009 · N54182 · Substantial damage
  > A tailwheel malfunction that limited directional control, which resulted in a runway excursion, and collision with a building.
- [NTSB ANC09CA082](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09CA082.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Kaktovik, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 14, 2009 · N83278 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff, which resulted in a loss of control and collision with terrain.
- [NTSB ANC09CA111](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09CA111.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Homer, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jul 3, 2009 · N4299Z · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's excessive airspeed during approach to compensate for turbulence, resulting in a hard landing and runway overrun.
- [NTSB CEN09TA374](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09TA374.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Alpine, TX · Accident · Minor injuries · Final report · Jun 22, 2009 · N2320P · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain control of the aircraft.
- [NTSB WPR09CA288](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA288.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Hell's Canyon, OR · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 14, 2009 · N3761Z · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from trees.
- [NTSB ANC09CA054](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09CA054.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Tyonek, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 7, 2009 · N82057 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing.
- [NTSB ANC09CA051](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09CA051.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Talkeetna, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Jun 6, 2009 · N7796Y · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed on final approach, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and hard landing.
- [NTSB ANC09CA041](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09CA041.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Kenai, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · May 14, 2009 · N405TH · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a tree while taxiing.
- [NTSB ERA09CA245](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09CA245.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Tampa, FL · Accident · Minor injuries · Data collection · Final report · Apr 11, 2009 · N1982P · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to confirm that the landing gear was retracted prior to the attempted water landing.
- [NTSB WPR09CA162](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA162.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Jackson, WY · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Mar 21, 2009 · N3920Z · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
- [NTSB ANC09CA033](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09CA033.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Fairbanks, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Feb 27, 2009 · N3578Z · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing, which resulted in the main landing gear collapsing during taxi.
- [NTSB ERA09LA152](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA152.md): Piper PA-18 -150 · Tallahassee, FL · Accident · 2 fatal · Limited investigation · Final report · Feb 1, 2009 · N2424A · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's decision to initiate takeoff in close proximity to other vehicles which were operating on the runway resulting in collision with a vehicle during takeoff.
- [NTSB ANC09CA014](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC09CA014.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Willow, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Dec 20, 2008 · N4131Z · Substantial damage
  > A partial loss of engine power during takeoff, which prevented the airplane from reaching takeoff airspeed, resulting in an aborted takeoff, and an on-ground collision with a tree.
- [NTSB CEN09CA079](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA079.md): Piper PA18-150 · Colorado Springs, CO · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Nov 2, 2008 · N18338 · Substantial damage
  > Loss of directional control due to an encounter with a weather phenomena at rotation.
- [NTSB SEA08LA200](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA08LA200.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Napavine, WA · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Sep 14, 2008 · N9268D · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's decision to make a low-altitude pass, and his failure to maintain clearance from all structures while maneuvering.
- [NTSB ANC08CA132](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08CA132.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Palmer, AK · Accident · No injuries · Data collection · Final report · Sep 2, 2008 · N285HC · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing.
- [NTSB ANC08TA107](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08TA107.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Slana, AK · Accident · No injuries · Final report · Aug 19, 2008 · N4151T · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during an aborted takeoff.
- [NTSB ANC08CA108](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08CA108.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Palmer, AK · Accident · Data collection · Final report · Aug 14, 2008 · N3573Z · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from a tarp used as a marker at the departure end of the takeoff area.
- [NTSB ANC08LA101](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08LA101.md): Piper PA-18 · Tyonek, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Aug 7, 2008 · N82057 · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's excessive speed and excessive application of brakes during the landing roll on soft, sandy terrain.
- [NTSB CHI08CA232](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA232.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Wall, SD · Accident · Serious injuries · Data collection · Final report · Aug 3, 2008 · N5951Z · Substantial damage
  > The pilot not maintaining airplane control during the landing. Contributing to the accident was the reported wind shear.
- [NTSB NYC08LA249](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC08LA249.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Surfside Beach, SC · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 15, 2008 · N4287Z · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power due to carburetor icing. Contributing to the accident was the obstruction of the carburetor heat flapper by a mud dauber's nest.
- [NTSB MIA08LA135](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA08LA135.md): Piper PA-18-150 · N Myrtle Beach, SC · Accident · Minor injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jul 3, 2008 · N6851Z · Substantial damage
  > The failure of the banner tow operator to inspect banners for deterioration, resulting in a portion of a banner separating in-flight from another banner tow airplane, and colliding with the accident banner tow airplane.
- [NTSB ANC08LA078](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08LA078.md): Piper PA-18-150 · Iliamna, AK · Accident · No injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 24, 2008 · N3236P · Substantial damage
  > A loss of engine power for an undetermined reason during an approach for landing, which resulted in a forced landing and collision with terrain.
- [NTSB ANC08LA075](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08LA075.md): Piper PA-18 · Skwentna, AK · Accident · Serious injuries · Limited investigation · Final report · Jun 22, 2008 · N5408Y · Substantial damage
  > The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff roll and liftoff, which resulted in a collision with trees and the ground.

Next page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb.md?model=7101828&page=7

## The whole list in SQL

Runs in DuckDB 1.2 or later on the release's Parquet files over HTTPS:

```sql
SELECT c."ntsbNumber", c."eventDate", c."eventType", c."eventCity", c."eventStateOrRegion", a.n_number, a."aircraftMake", a."aircraftModel", c."highestInjuryLevel", c."totalFatal", c."completionStatus", c.report_url
FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_case_detail.parquet' c LEFT JOIN 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' a ON a.case_mkey = c."mKey" AND a.position = 1
WHERE c."mKey" IN (SELECT x.case_mkey FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' x WHERE x.aircraft_model_code IN ('7101828', '7104221', '7102835'))
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/ntsb?model=7101828&page=6

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