Probable cause
The pilot’s failure to maintain control during takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and subsequent impact with terrain.
NTSB analysis
The pilot stated that during takeoff from an unimproved gravel airstrip, the left main tire contacted soft dirt and vegetation. The pilot reported that the airplane was unable to accelerate, and it subsequently stalled shortly after becoming airborne, which resulted in an impact with tundra-covered terrain. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the right wing and elevator. The pilot stated that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Text from the NTSB. Open the NTSB docket for ANC24LA081 for the full record.
Event
- Date
- Aug 24, 2024
- Type
- Accident
- Place
- King Salmon, Alaska
- Nearest airport
- Contact Creek Airstrip
- Highest injury
- None
- Weather
- Visual (VMC)
- Light
- Day
Cessna 182B
- N-number
- N2512G
- Category
- Airplane
- Year built
- 1959
- Damage
- Substantial
- Operating rule
- Part 91 (general aviation)
- Purpose of flight
- Business
From the NTSB aviation accident database: N-registered aircraft, events since 2008, data through Oct 28, 2026. The file is published monthly, so the latest weeks are incomplete and recent records can change. The official source is the NTSB aviation investigation search. CheckAero is independent and not affiliated with the NTSB.