Pilot Debrief

CESSNA U206G near Naknek, AK — 2012-03-09

Final reportANC12CA027
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Date
2012-03-09
Location
Naknek, AK, USA
Aircraft
CESSNA U206G
Registration
N756CL
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's decision to take off from an unsuitable off-airport site.

NTSB narrative

The pilot was attempting to take off from a frozen, snow-covered pond that had just been plowed. During the takeoff roll, the airplane's left main gear hit a snow berm, and the airplane turned abruptly left. The right wing contacted terrain and sustained substantial damage. The pilot stated that there were no preaccident mechanical anomalies with the airplane.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

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