Accident Details
Date
Friday, March 9, 2012
NTSB Number
ANC12CA027
Location
Naknek, AK
Event ID
20120316X94235
Coordinates
58.778331, -156.942214
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 decision to take off from an unsuitable off-airport site.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
EGLI SAM
Address
PO BOX 173
City
KING SALMON
State / Zip Code
AK 99613-0173
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot was attempting a takeoff from a frozen, snow-covered pond that had just been plowed. During the takeoff roll, the airplane's left main gear hit a snow berm, and the airplane turned abruptly left. The right wing contacted terrain, and sustained substantial damage. The pilot stated there were no preaccident mechanical anomalies 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# ANC12CA027