Pilot Debrief

CESSNA 180 near Egegik, AK — 2022-08-23

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Date
2022-08-23
Location
Egegik, AK, USA
Airport
PAII
Aircraft
CESSNA 180
Registration
N6455X
Category
Airplane
Highest injury
None
Fatalities
0

Probable cause

The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff from a lake.

NTSB narrative

The pilot in the float equipped airplane reported that, during takeoff into the wind from a lake, the left wing suddenly lifted. The pilot attempted to correct with aileron input; however, the right wing contacted the water. The floatplane nosed over and partially sank. The left wing was substantially damaged. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.

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