Pilot Debrief

CESSNA U206F near Buckland, AK — 2012-10-09

Final reportANC13CA002
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Date
2012-10-09
Location
Buckland, AK, USA
Aircraft
CESSNA U206F
Registration
N9575G
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's loss of airplane control during final approach in gusty wind conditions.

NTSB narrative

The pilot reported that while on final approach to a remote gravel bar adjacent to a river, in gusty and variable wind conditions, the 10-knot headwind subsided just before touchdown, and the airplane descend below the anticipated approach path. He initiated a go-around, but the right wing abruptly dropped, and the right main wheel struck the water, which pivoted the airplane 90 degrees to the right. The airplane’s right wing subsequently struck the surface of the water, sustaining substantial damage. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical anomalies with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

NTSB coding

Evidence available

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