Accident · 2008-09-18
What the record says
- Event date
- 2008-09-18
- Event type
- Accident
- Highest injury level
- No injuries
- Aircraft
- PIPER PA-18 (N2265A)
- Operating rule
- Part 91
- Operator
- Martin T. Anzelini Operator named in NTSB report
- Operated by (per NTSB report)
- Martin T. Anzelini
Probable cause
The pilot's selection of an unsuitable takeoff area. A Factor contributing to the accident was a short, rough and uneven takeoff site.
Source: NTSB case ANC08CA128Flight crew
Certification and experience as recorded in the NTSB accident database for this event. The NTSB records these facts about the crew's flying history; GroundCheck shows them as filed, without names or identities.
| Role | Certificate | Instrument rating | Age | Medical | Flight hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pilot | Private | None | 54 | Class 3 (2008-08-07) | 416 total · 415 in this make/model · 17 last 90 days |
Facts as the NTSB records them — GroundCheck adds no judgement. Preliminary records may be revised as the investigation proceeds.