Probable cause
The pilot’s loss of directional control while taxiing in gusting wind conditions.
NTSB analysis
The pilot reported that, while taxiing from the runway to the ramp after landing in gusting wind conditions, he was hit by a strong gust of wind and lost directional control of the airplane. The airplane exited the taxiway surface and came to rest on its left main wheel and nose. The airplane was then hit by a second gust of wind and nosed over which resulted in substantial damage to the vertical stabilizer and rudder. The pilot reported 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 ANC25LA015 for the full record.
Event
- Date
- Jan 4, 2025
- Type
- Accident
- Place
- Nightmute, Alaska
- Nearest airport
- Nightmute Airport (IGT)
- Highest injury
- None
- Weather
- Visual (VMC)
- Light
- Day
Gippsaero Pty Ltd GA8
- N-number
- N916RK
- Category
- Airplane
- Year built
- 2012
- Damage
- Substantial
- Operating rule
- Part 135 (charter and commuter)
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.