Accident Details
Date
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
NTSB Number
ANC09CA097
Location
Juneau, AK
Event ID
20090910X64846
Coordinates
58.487220, -133.939437
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
2
Total Aboard
2
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot's misjudged flare and loss of control during a glassy water landing.
Aircraft Information
Registration
N42250
Make
CESSNA
Serial Number
18052331
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Registered Owner (Historical)
Name
WARD KENNETH R
Address
PO BOX 33597
Status
Deregistered
City
JUNEAU
State / Zip Code
AK 99802-0235
Country
United States
Analysis
The private pilot reported that he was landing the float-equipped airplane on glassy water at the conclusion of a local personal flight under Title 14, Code of Federal Regulations Part 91. He said immediately upon touchdown, the airplane abruptly flipped forward, and nosed over. The pilot and sole passenger exited the airplane uninjured and were soon rescued. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the wings and fuselage. The pilot indicated there was no preaccident mechanical problems with the airplane.
Data Source
Data provided by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). For more information on this event, visit the NTSB Records Search website. NTSB# ANC09CA097