Accident · 2019-09-22
What the record says
- Event date
- 2019-09-22
- Event type
- Accident
- Highest injury level
- No injuries
- Aircraft
- Piper PA 18 (N7071B)
- Operating rule
- Part 91
- Operator
- Asher Air, LLC. Matched by aircraft (N-number)
Probable cause
The pilot’s decision to perform a takeoff with an overweight float-equipped airplane, which resulted in diminished climb performance.
Source: NTSB case ANC19LA054Flight 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 pilot flying | Private | None | 34 | Class 3 (2014-12-15) | 300 total |
Facts as the NTSB records them — GroundCheck adds no judgement. Preliminary records may be revised as the investigation proceeds.