N314HA

Substantial
Minor

DEHAVILLAND BEAVER U-6S/N: 54-1720

Accident Details

Date
Saturday, August 25, 2012
NTSB Number
ANC12CA092
Location
Kenai, AK
Event ID
20120828X32908
Coordinates
60.570556, -151.244720
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
Highest Injury
Minor
Fatalities
0
Serious Injuries
0
Minor Injuries
3
Uninjured
3
Total Aboard
6

Probable Cause and Findings

The pilot’s failure to maintain adequate ground clearance during his landing approach, which resulted in a collision with terrain.

Aircraft Information

Registration
Make
DEHAVILLAND
Serial Number
54-1720
Engine Type
Reciprocating
Model / ICAO
BEAVER U-6DH60
Aircraft Type
Fixed Wing Single Engine
No. of Engines
1
Seats
8
FAA Model
BEAVER U-6

Registered Owner (Current)

Name
BACKCOUNTRY AIR LLC
Address
7362 W PARKS HWY # 317
City
WASILLA
State / Zip Code
AK 99623-9300
Country
United States

Analysis

The pilot of a float-equipped airplane was landing at a remote lake. The pilot stated that he was in a left base to final turn when the left float struck the ground. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the wings and fuselage. The pilot indicated there were no preaccident 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# ANC12CA092