Amateur-built DANCHINI CUB N798AK accident near Tyonek, Alaska

Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll, in gusting crosswind conditions.

NTSB analysis

The pilot reported that, during the landing roll while performing an off-airport landing in a tailwheel-equipped airplane, the airplane encountered a wind gust from the left. The airplane ground looped to the right and subsequently nosed over, which resulted in substantial damage to the left wing lift strut, 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 ANC25LA107 for the full record.