Final None Jul 10, 2025

N8979D accident at Palmer, AK

Piper PA-18-150 — Nose over/nose down at NONE (Palmer, AK)

DateJul 10, 2025
Tail numberN8979D
AircraftPiper PA-18-150 · Piper PA-18 Super Cub · PA18
LocationPalmer, AK
Phase of flightLanding
OperationPart 91 Personal
InjuriesNone
NTSB caseANC25LA075

Probable cause

The pilot's excessive braking during the landing roll, resulting in a nose over.

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