MINR · Piper PA-12 · 2004-04-16 · Copper Center, AK, USA
Event
NTSB number
ANC04LA040
Event ID
20040419X00478
Type
Accident
Date
2004-04-16
Location
Copper Center, AK, USA
Coordinates
61.733333, -144.949996
Injuries
Highest injury
MINR
Fatal
0
Serious
0
Minor
1
Uninjured
0
Total aboard
1
Aircraft
Make
Piper
Model
PA-12
Registration
N3029M
FAR Part
091
Engines
1
Damage
SUBS
Conditions
Light
DAYL
Weather
VMC
Probable cause
The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff, and his failure to utilize carburetor heat, which resulted in a loss of engine power during takeoff initial climb, and a subsequent encounter with snow-covered terrain. Factors contributing to the accident were standing water puddles that washed over the airplane during takeoff, and carburetor icing conditions.