Pilot Debrief

DEHAVILLAND BEAVER DHC-2 MK.1 near Aleknagik, AK — 2024-06-21

Final reportANC24LA054
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Date
2024-06-21
Location
Aleknagik, AK, USA
Aircraft
DEHAVILLAND BEAVER DHC-2 MK.1
Registration
N55WE
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot’s failure to maintain pitch control of the airplane during initial climb.

NTSB narrative

The pilot reported that, shortly after takeoff in a float-equipped airplane, he heard rustling noises coming from the aft cargo section of the airplane. The pilot glanced behind him to identify the source of the noises and, as he looked forward again, the airplane impacted the water resulting in substantial damage to the wings and fuselage. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB coding

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