Final None Sep 15, 2024

N4242Z accident at Fairbanks, AK

Piper PA-18-150 — Aerodynamic stall/spin at Fairbanks, AK

DateSep 15, 2024
Tail numberN4242Z
AircraftPiper PA-18-150 · Piper PA-18 Super Cub · PA18
LocationFairbanks, AK
Phase of flightTakeoff
OperationPart 91 Personal
InjuriesNone
NTSB caseANC24LA098

Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain a rate of climb sufficient to clear obstacles during takeoff, resulting in a collision with obstacles and a subsequent aerodynamic stall.

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