Accident Details
Date
Monday, July 2, 2012
NTSB Number
ANC12CA060
Location
Ketchikan, AK
Event ID
20120703X12440
Coordinates
55.607776, -130.710006
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
None
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
0
Uninjured
6
Total Aboard
6
Probable Cause and Findings
The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during a step turn on floats.
Aircraft Information
Registered Owner (Current)
Name
BLUE AIRCRAFT LLC
Address
4085 TONFASS AVE
City
KETCHIKAN
State / Zip Code
AK 99901
Country
United States
Analysis
The pilot of a float-equipped airplane reported that he planned to step taxi while making a left turn, and then takeoff. He applied takeoff power to get the airplane on step, then reduced power, and started a turn to left. The airplane turned to the left sharper than he anticipated. He applied right rudder and reduced left aileron. As the turn started to straighten out, the airplane’s right wing struck the water, sustaining substantial damage. There were no preaccident mechanical issues 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# ANC12CA060