At about 0900 Alaska time, a Piper PA-18-150 was damaged during initial climb from an unimproved landing strip about 50 miles south of Aniak. The pilot was not injured. The pilot said he was on initial climb when he diverted his attention to adjust his seatback cushion, and the airplane collided with the terrain.
May 16, Aniak, Alaska / Piper Super Cub
At about 0900 Alaska time, a Piper PA-18-150 was damaged during initial climb from an unimproved landing strip about 50 miles south of Aniak. The pilot was not injured. The pilot said he was on initial climb when he diverted his attention to adjust his seatback cushion, and the airplane collided with the terrain....
Key Takeaways:
- A Piper PA-18-150 sustained damage during initial climb from an unimproved airstrip south of Aniak, Alaska.
- The incident occurred when the pilot diverted attention to adjust a seatback cushion, leading to a collision with terrain.
- The pilot was not injured in the accident.
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