Pilot Debrief

DEHAVILLAND BEAVER U-6A near Kokhanok, AK — 2022-06-26

Final reportANC22LA050
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Date
2022-06-26
Location
Kokhanok, AK, USA
Airport
PVT
Aircraft
DEHAVILLAND BEAVER U-6A
Registration
N600NL
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff in gusting wind conditions which resulted in a loss of control and impact with the water.

NTSB narrative

The pilot reported that, as the float-equipped airplane accelerated on the water for takeoff, a gust of wind turned the airplane 90° to the left. The left float subsequently impacted a wave and the airplane rolled inverted. The airplane eventually sank and was not recovered. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical malfunctions or anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

  • 2 docket documents
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Docket documents2

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